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Risk factors for CRC perceived by the respondents
| Risk factors | n (%) |
|---|---|
| Polyps | 114 (81.4) |
| Family history of CRC | 105 (75.0) |
| Intestinal infection | 104 (74.4) |
| High fat diet | 94 (67.1) |
| Smoking | 89 (63.6) |
| Sedentary life | 68 (48.6) |
| Diabetes | 51 (36.4) |
| Exposure to radiation | 49 (35.0) |
| Arterial hypertension | 35 (25.0) |
| Iron deficiency | 26 (18.6) |
| Contraception | 14 (10.0) |
| Fruits and vegetables ingestion | 3 (2.1) |
CRC, colorectal cancer.
