Asia is witnessing a growing bowel cancer crisis despite limited national screening programmes across the region, according to findings highlighted in the Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
The report noted that Asia currently accounts for the largest share of global bowel cancer fatalities, raising concerns over preventable deaths as incidence rates continue rising.
Despite the growing burden, organised national bowel cancer screening programmes reportedly remain limited mainly to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.
Healthcare experts warn that delayed diagnosis and inadequate screening infrastructure are increasing treatment costs and mortality risks across many Asian countries.
According to Willis Towers Watson, cancer cases across Asia and the Pacific account for nearly 49 per cent of global diagnoses, with over 9.8 million new cases reported annually.
The organisation stated that cancer has emerged as the fastest-growing condition in insurance claims and healthcare costs across the region over the past 18 months.
Among major cancers, breast cancer, bowel cancer and lung cancer were identified as the most rapidly increasing conditions.
The report further highlighted that limited healthcare resources, shortage of trained specialists and insufficient colonoscopy capacity are restricting expansion of bowel cancer screening programmes.
Low reimbursement rates for colonoscopy procedures have also reportedly discouraged healthcare providers from expanding screening services.
Experts say ageing populations, rising urban lifestyles, dietary changes and lack of early detection programmes are placing increasing pressure on Asian healthcare systems.
Medical professionals have stressed that expanding screening access, strengthening healthcare infrastructure and improving funding mechanisms will be critical in reducing bowel cancer- deaths in the coming years.
Health experts also emphasise the importance of regular screening, awareness about symptoms and early medical consultation, especially among high-risk groups and older adults
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