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Colorectal cancer is the third most common malignancy globally, with significant increases in incidence and mortality rates over recent decades.
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In Bhutan, colorectal cancer accounted for 4.9% of new cancer cases from 2019 to 2022, with a notable increase in overall cancer incidence.
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The JDW National Referral Hospital is the primary facility for managing colorectal cancer cases in Bhutan, with limited oncological services available.
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A total of 182 colorectal cancer patients were diagnosed at the JDW National Referral Hospital between 2018 and 2024, predominantly among older adults.
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The study highlights the demographic and clinical profiles of colorectal cancer patients, emphasizing the need for improved cancer management in Bhutan.
