Summary

Global cancer prevention experts, gastrointestinal cancer physicians, and researchers attended the International Society of Cancer Prevention consensus conference to discuss the current science of colorectal cancer (CRC) carcinogenesis, screening, and preventive intervention; to develop a consensus statement encompassing current recommendations for CRC screening, genetic assessment, and cancer prevention interventions; and to further delineate knowledge gaps that need to be addressed in future CRC prevention research. This article presents the highlights from the CRC prevention consensus meeting.