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Paediatric solid malignant tumours in Zimbabwe
The Central African Journal of Medicine
|October 1, 1989
Summary
Childhood solid tumors in Zimbabwe show equal male and female incidence. Wilm's tumor and lymphomas are the most frequent pediatric malignancies, with rare occurrences of Burkitt's lymphoma and central nervous system tumors.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Cancer Epidemiology in Africa
Background:
- Childhood solid tumors represent a significant global health challenge.
- Data on the specific types and frequencies of pediatric malignancies in sub-Saharan Africa, such as Zimbabwe, are limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To document the types and frequencies of solid childhood tumors observed in Zimbabwe.
- To analyze the sex distribution of these pediatric malignancies.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of pediatric cancer cases diagnosed in Zimbabwe.
- Analysis of tumor types, patient demographics, and sex frequencies.
Main Results:
- Equal numbers of boys and girls under fifteen presented with malignant tumors.
- Wilm's tumor was the most common solid childhood tumor, followed by lymphomas.
- Burkitt's lymphoma and central nervous system tumors were found to be rare.
Conclusions:
- Wilm's tumor and lymphomas are the predominant solid pediatric malignancies in Zimbabwe.
- The findings highlight the need for targeted cancer registries and treatment strategies in the region.