日本著名作家东野圭吾于当地时间7月23日因患结直肠癌去世，终年68岁[1]。这一消息再次将公众视线拉向结直肠癌这一日益高发的恶性肿瘤。
根据最新数据，结直肠癌已成为中国最常见的恶性肿瘤之一，2024年新发病例约56.2万例，位居全部恶性肿瘤发病第三位[1]。值得关注的是，在男性人群中，结直肠癌的发病率已超过肝癌，位列第二[1]。虽然该疾病主要影响老年群体，但近年30至50岁人群的结直肠癌发病率呈上升趋势[1]。
专家指出，高油低纤维素饮食、久坐和肥胖等生活方式因素是肠癌发病率上升的重要原因[1]。所幸的是，结直肠癌具有明确的癌前阶段，可以通过筛查提前干预[1]，这为高危人群的预防提供了重要机会。
Japanese author Keigo Higashino passed away on July 23 due to colorectal cancer, at the age of 68 [1]. His death highlights the growing health threat posed by this malignancy, which has become increasingly prevalent across age groups in recent years.
Colorectal cancer represents a significant public health concern in China, with approximately 562,000 new cases reported in 2024, ranking as the third most common malignant tumor overall [1]. Among male patients, the disease now ranks second in incidence, surpassing liver cancer [1]. Notably, while colorectal cancer has traditionally affected older populations, incidence rates among those aged 30 to 50 years have been rising [1]. Key risk factors contributing to this upward trend include high-fat and low-fiber diets, sedentary lifestyles, and obesity [1].
One encouraging aspect of colorectal cancer is that it possesses a clearly identifiable precancerous stage, allowing for early intervention through screening [1]. This characteristic underscores the importance of preventive healthcare measures and regular screening programs in reducing mortality and improving patient outcomes.
