Question

A 55-year-old man at average risk with no gastrointestinal symptoms asks about colorectal cancer screening. According to the 2016 CTFPHC guideline, which option is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Faecal occult blood testing or faecal immunochemical testing every 2 years

Answer

No screening until age 60

Answer

Screening colonoscopy every year

Answer

Screening colonoscopy every 2 years starting now

Answer

Stool testing only if he develops rectal bleeding or change in bowel habits

Practice question

A 55-year-old man at average risk with no gastrointestinal symptoms asks about colorectal cancer screening. According to the 2016 CTFPHC guideline, which option is recommended?