Prostate cancer incidence in Turkey: an epidemiological study

Area of Science:

• Epidemiology
• Oncology
• Public Health

Background:

• Prostate cancer incidence and characteristics in Turkey were previously understudied.
• A need existed for population-based data to understand the disease burden.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the incidence of prostate cancer in Turkey.
• To characterize the clinical and pathological features of diagnosed cases.

Main Methods:

• A prospective, multi-centered epidemiological registry study.
• Involved 4,150 newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients across 12 Turkish cities (July 2008-June 2009).
• Data collected on demographics, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and histopathology.

Main Results:

• Age-adjusted incidence rate of 35 cases per 100,000 population.
• Median age at diagnosis was 68 years, with a median PSA level of 10.0 ng/mL.
• 54.4% of cases were clinical stage T1c, with a positive correlation between PSA and Gleason score.

Conclusions:

• This study presents the first population-based national data on prostate cancer incidence and histopathology in Turkey.
• Prostate cancer represents a significant and growing public health concern in Turkey, impacting healthcare resources.