rectal

Example Sentences

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In addition to the blood clot in her lungs, the death certificate listed rectal cancer as the long-term cause of death.

From BBC

The actress's death certificate said she had died of a pulmonary embolism and listed rectal cancer as a secondary factor.

From Barron's

The document also revealed that O’Hara battled rectal cancer, which was listed as an underlying condition.

From Los Angeles Times

The “Relax, It’s a Blood Test” message in this year’s ad was inspired by men who avoid prostate cancer screenings because they don’t want rectal exams, Horwood said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Higher lifetime intake is tied to greater cancer risk, with rectal cancer showing the strongest association.

From Science Daily