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Colonoscopy vs. Fecal Immunochemical Test in Reducing Mortality From Colorectal Cancer (CONFIRM): Rationale for Study Design.

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Abstract
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is preventable through screening, with colonoscopy and fecal occult blood testing comprising the two most commonly used screening tests. Given the differences in complexity, risk, and cost, it is important to understand these tests' comparative effectiveness.

Year of Publication
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2017
Journal
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The American journal of gastroenterology
Volume
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112
Issue
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11
Number of Pages
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1736-1746
ISSN Number
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0002-9270
URL
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/ajg.2017.286
DOI
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10.1038/ajg.2017.286
Short Title
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Am J Gastroenterol
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