Geographical patterns of the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer in mainland Portugal municipalities (2007–2011)
Abstract Background Cancer is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the world. In Portugal, colorectal cancer is one of the most incident cancers; thus, it is crucial to act to fight it. Knowledge of the geographical distribution of the incidence and mortality of colorectal cancer can facili...
Main Authors: | R. Roquette, M. Painho, B. Nunes |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-05-01
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Series: | BMC Cancer |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12885-019-5719-9 |
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