Is There a Link Between EPEC and Colorectal Cancer?
The potential connection between EPEC and colorectal cancer is an area of active investigation. Chronic inflammation in the colon due to recurrent EPEC infections could theoretically contribute to the development of colorectal cancer. The inflammation might lead to genetic mutations and changes in the cell cycle that promote the growth of cancerous cells. However, definitive evidence linking EPEC to colorectal cancer is still lacking.
