Carcinoma of the Colon in the First Two Decades of Life

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Abstract
Nine tumors in this series had spread beyond the primary tumor by the time of operation. Seven tumors were mucoid carcinoma; this unexplained preponderance of mucoid 1059 [1966] NEOPLASMS 12864-12877 carcinoma of the colon in young persons confirms previous reports. Only 2 patients in this series are now well. It is suggested that a diagnosis of carcinoma of the colon be considered in young persons with abdominal pain or complaints referrable to the bowel which persist more than 3 to 4 weeks. Barium X-ray examination of the colon aided in diagnosis and is recommended in young persons in whom abdominal pain, constipation or vague abdominal symptoms persist for longer than 2 to 3 weeks.

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