colorectal

American  

[koh-luh-rek-tl] / ˌkoʊ ləˈrɛk tl /

adjective

Anatomy.

1. pertaining to or involving the colon and rectum.

   colorectal cancer.

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colorectal British  

/ ˌkəʊləʊˈrɛktəl /

adjective

1. of or relating to the colon and rectum

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Etymology

Origin of colorectal

colo- + rectal

Example Sentences

Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a major health concern.

From Science Daily

The star of “The Affair” is reflecting publicly for the first time about his former castmate, who died Feb. 11 at age 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer.

From Los Angeles Times

If someone cannot easily recognize blood in stool or urine, conditions such as colorectal cancer or bladder cancer could be detected later.

From Science Daily

"Then, depending on a number of factors that may impact one's cancer risk, a fiber deficiency may increase your risk for certain cancers, such as colorectal, breast, and prostate cancer."

From Science Daily

Bowel cancer, also called colorectal cancer, ranks among the most common cancers worldwide.

From Science Daily