Cancer Risk Assessment & Genetics Program
Colorectal Cancer Risk Assessment Program
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 Each year, over 132,000 men and women are diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Many of these individuals wonder if they are in the 10% that have a hereditary form of the disease. Through early detection,
however, colorectal cancer is a preventable disease. Individuals with family histories of colorectal cancer may be unaware
of how often to have or when to initiate colorectal cancer surveillance. The first step in early detection is education.
The Bryn Mawr Hospital Colorectal Cancer Risk Assessment and Genetics Program is designed to educate you about your colorectal
cancer risk, how early and how often you should undergo colorectal cancer surveillance and your options for prevention. Participants
meet with a certified genetic counselor and with a registered nurse focused on cancer prevention; the expertise of a physician
in regard to the genetic evaluation is available as needed.
Individuals with a personal and/or family history suggestive of an inherited colorectal cancer risk are provided with genetic
counseling and testing, if appropriate.
While any person is able to participate in this program, individuals with the following profiles may be particularly interested:
- Personal history of colorectal cancer prior to age 50
- Personal history of colorectal polyps prior to age 40
- Family history of colorectal cancer, uterine, ovarian or stomach cancer
- Personal or family history of multiple colorectal polyps
For more information on the Bryn Mawr Hospital Colorectal Cancer Risk Assessment and Genetics Program, or to schedule an appointment,
please call 610-645-8150.
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Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
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