ArticleThe British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners2026
Variations in the investigation of colorectal cancer-related symptoms in Australian primary care: a retrospective cohort study.
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Abstract
backgroundColorectal cancer-related symptoms are commonly seen in primary care. Understanding variations in symptom management is crucial for timely care.
aimTo examine diagnostic testing patterns for gastrointestinal symptoms associated with colorectal cancer in primary care. DESIGN AND
settingRetrospective cohort study using linked primary care data from patients aged ≥40 years presenting with colorectal cancer-related symptoms between 2008 and 2022.
methodThe proportion of patients receiving diagnostic actions was assessed, including medications, pathology, imaging, colonoscopy, or specialist referral. Differences in testing by socioeconomic status and subsequent colorectal cancer diagnosis were examined.
resultsAmong 70 107 patients, 378 (0.5%) were diagnosed with colorectal cancer within 12 months. Abdominal pain (32%;
conclusionSubstantial variation in investigating colorectal cancer-related symptoms may contribute to inequities in diagnostic outcomes.
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