Colon Cancer Update - Rimma Shaposhnikov, MD, Natalie Manitius, MPH, RDN, UCLA Gastroenterology

Explore the latest updates on colon cancer screening and prevention in this informative video lecture featuring UCLA gastroenterologist Dr. Rimma Shaposhnikov and GI Dietitian Natalie Manitius, MPH, RDN. Learn about effective screening modalities, recommended frequency of screenings, when to stop colonoscopies, and dietary strategies to reduce colon cancer risk. Discover the importance of screening, current statistics, and various testing options including CT colonography, stool DNA tests, and traditional colonoscopies. Gain insights into alarm symptoms, the preventable nature of colon cancer, and evidence-based lifestyle factors that influence risk. Delve into the impact of body fat, processed meats, smoking, and alcohol on colon cancer development. Explore beneficial dietary choices such as whole grains, dairy, vitamin C, fish, and vitamin D, while understanding the role of proinflammatory diets. Acquire practical strategies to implement a colon cancer prevention diet, complete with examples and tips for incorporating healthier food choices into your daily routine.

Intro
Why Screening is Mandatory
Colon Cancer Statistics
Colon Cancer Prevention
What is a Screening Test
US Screening Rate
CT Colonography
Which test is better
Old stool cards
Stool DNA
How to do stool test
Limitations
Questions
colonoscopy
rectum
polyp removal
grade
alarm signs symptoms
Colon cancer is preventable
Evidence
Body Fat
BMI
Waist Circumference
Processed Meats
Smoking and Alcohol
Red Meat
Quality of Meat
The Good News
Whole Grains
Dairy
Vitamin C
Fish
Vitamin D
Proinflammatory diets
Strategies to reduce risk
How to implement
Example
Duck eggs