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Samuel D. Hodge and Calina Noah,
The Three C’s – The Colon, Colonoscopies, and Cancer: A Medical and Legal Overview,
33 Health Matrix
145
(2023)
Available at:
https://scholarlycommons.law.case.edu/healthmatrix/vol33/iss1/3
Abstract
This article explores the legal implications of colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment. The article provides an overview of the medical aspects of colorectal cancer, including its symptoms, stages, and available tests for detecting it. It then delves into the legal issues surrounding colonoscopies, including informed consent, medical malpractice claims, and insurance coverage. The article also examines the role of medical documentation in litigation related to colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment. Finally, it discusses recent legal developments related to colorectal cancer screening guidelines and their impact on healthcare providers and patients. Overall, this law review article provides a comprehensive analysis of the intersection between medicine and law in the context of colorectal cancer diagnosis and treatment. [AI generated abstract]