The contribution of a negative colorectal screening test result to symptom appraisal and help-seeking behaviour among patients subsequently diagnosed with an interval colorectal cancer.
Karen N BarnettDavid WellerSteve SmithRobert Jc SteelePeter VedstedSheina OrbellSue M MossJane W MeliaJulietta PatnickChristine CampbellPublished in: Health expectations : an international journal of public participation in health care and health policy (2018)
Screening participants need to be informed of the limitations of screening and the ongoing risk of developing colorectal cancer even when in receipt of a negative result: the importance of minimizing delay in seeking medical advice for colorectal symptoms should be emphasized.