Age 70 identified as cutoff for chemotherapy benefit in colorectal cancer

Published Date: 19 Sep 2025

Colorectal cancer remains a leading cause of cancer death, with incidence rising among older adults. One of the most pressing clinical questions has been whether elderly patients should receive oxaliplatin, a standard component ...

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