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Which type of gastrointestinal cancer is considered quite common in the elderly?

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Colorectal cancer (CRC)

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It is another large bowel condition that is predominantly a disease of the elderly; 90% of colon cancers occur in people aged >50 years, and 20–40% are seen in men and women aged 80 years or older. The causes and risk factors are diverse and include dietary, geographical, and genetic factors.

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