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Cancer profile in western Rajasthan
R G Sharma1, M S Maheshwari, S C Lodha
1Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India.
Indian Journal of Cancer
|September 1, 1992
Summary
This study analyzed 2662 cancer cases in Western Rajasthan from 1984-1988. Oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal cancers were most common in males, while cervical and breast cancers predominated in females.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Western Rajasthan, an arid region, experienced India's first nuclear test in 1974.
- Cancer incidence and patterns in this unique geographical and historical context require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the frequencies and patterns of various malignancies in Western Rajasthan.
- To identify demographic trends and common cancer types in the region.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study design was employed.
- Data was collected on 2662 new cancer cases diagnosed between 1984 and 1988.
Main Results:
- Oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal malignancies were most frequent in males; cervical and breast cancers in females.
- Males exhibited a higher overall incidence (1.28:1 ratio).
- Elevated rates of skin, urinary bladder, bone malignancies, lymphoma, and leukemia were noted.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights specific cancer profiles in Western Rajasthan, with oropharyngeal, hypopharyngeal, cervical, and breast cancers being prominent.
- Factors such as limited healthcare access, challenging environmental conditions, and socioeconomic issues contribute to late-stage presentation of cancers in the region.