Differences Between Right and Left Colon Cancer in Beira Interior.

Introduction Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most common cancer in Portugal and worldwide, with a high mortality rate, especially in more advanced stages. In recent decades, there has been a growing interest in the distinction between right colorectal carcinoma (RCC) and left colorectal carcinoma (LCC) due to the different presentation, treatment, and prognosis. Studies show that RCC and LCC have different clinical and biological characteristics, being considered two distinct entities.