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Bridging aging and colorectal cancer: Synergistic roles of inflammaging and immunosenescence

  • By

  • Zaongo, Silvere D

  • Yang, Qiyu

  • Han, Mei

  • Xi, Tianlan

  • Luo, Zilang

  • Wang, Xin

  • Yang, Jiadan

  • Ouyang, Jing

  • May 12, 2026

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    Colorectal cancer incidence and mortality are increasing significantly among older adults.

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    Aging is a critical risk factor for colorectal cancer, linked to immunological changes.

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    Inflammaging leads to chronic inflammation, promoting a tumor-friendly environment.

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    Immunosenescence reduces immune surveillance, hindering the clearance of premalignant cells.

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    Understanding these processes may aid in developing biomarkers and therapies for colorectal cancer in the elderly.

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Bridging aging and colorectal cancer: Synergistic roles of inflammaging and immunosenescence

  • by Zaongo, Silvere D , Yang, Qiyu , Han, Mei , Xi, Tianlan , Luo, Zilang , Wang, Xin , Yang, Jiadan , Ouyang, Jing

  • May 12, 2026

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