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Published on: May 10, 2024
Gastric cancer in India
Atul Sharma1, Venkatraman Radhakrishnan
1Department of Medical Oncology, Dr. B. R. A. Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Summary
Gastric cancer incidence in India is generally low but high in specific regions. More Indian studies are needed to understand risk factors and outcomes for better patient care.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Gastric cancer incidence in India is lower than in developed nations, with notable exceptions in Southern and Northeastern regions.
- A significant gap exists in publications detailing gastric cancer risk factors and patient outcomes within India.
- Despite a large patient population, research on gastric cancer in India remains insufficient.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing Indian epidemiological and clinical studies on gastric cancer.
- To identify and highlight the publication gap between India and developed countries concerning gastric cancer research.
- To advocate for collaborative research efforts to establish a new standard of care for Indian gastric cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of Indian epidemiological studies on gastric cancer.
- Analysis of clinical studies focusing on gastric cancer in the Indian population.
- Comparative assessment of publication output between India and high-incidence countries.
Main Results:
- Incidence rates vary geographically within India, with some areas mirroring global high-incidence rates.
- Limited published data exists on specific risk factors and treatment outcomes for Indian gastric cancer patients.
- A clear disparity in research publications on gastric cancer is evident when comparing India to developed countries.
Conclusions:
- Further epidemiological, pathological, and clinical research is crucial for Indian gastric cancer patients.
- Collaborative initiatives within the Indian scientific community are essential to address the research gap.
- Developing a tailored standard of care for gastric cancer in India requires dedicated, localized research.
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