In a recent study published in the JAMA Oncology , researchers evaluate the association between aspirin use, lifestyle factors, and the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC). Study: Aspirin Use and Incidence of Colorectal Cancer According to Lifestyle Risk . Image Credit: Kmpzzz / Shutterstock.
com Can aspirin prevent colon cancer? Aspirin is effective in preventing colorectal neoplasia, which is defined as abnormal cell growth in the colon or rectum. However, the long-term risks associated with chronic aspirin use limit its widespread use; therefore, personalized recommendations are needed to identify patients most likely to benefit from this treatment approach. Several studies have shown that the anti-cancer effects of aspirin use can vary based on an individual’s diet, body mass index (BMI), and smoking habits.
Thus, there remains a need for additional research to refine preventive strategies and understand the impact of aspirin on CRC risk across different lifestyle factors. About the study Study participants were enrolled in two prospective cohort studies, which included men from the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study (HPFS) and women from the Nurses’ Health Study (NHS). The NHS began in 1976 with 121,700 female nurses 30 to 55 years of age, whereas the HPFS began in 1986 with 51,529 male health professionals 40 to 75 years of age.
Study participants with a history of cancer or inflammatory bowel disease before baseline or with missing baseline data were excluded from the.