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Cancer Risk Factors Among Omanis: A Review
Abdul Hakeem Alrawahi1, Asia Alnaamani2, Najla A Al-Lawati3
1Research Section, Centre of Simulation and Skills Development, Oman Medical Specialty Board, Muscat, Oman.
The Gulf Journal of Oncology
|January 12, 2021
Summary
Oman has limited research on cancer risk factors, focusing mainly on genetics. More studies are needed on modifiable factors like smoking and diet for effective cancer prevention and control.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Cancer risk factor identification is crucial for prevention and control strategies.
- Limited analytical studies exist on cancer risk factors within Oman.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review analytical studies identifying cancer risk factors in Oman.
- To assess the existing evidence on cancer risk factors in the Omani population.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search across PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases.
- Utilized keyword and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) term strategies.
- No date restrictions applied until March 2019.
Main Results:
- Identified 10 analytical studies, all employing a case-control design.
- Seven studies focused on genetic factors, two on dietary factors and obesity, and one on diabetes.
- Insufficient evidence found on modifiable risk factors like smoking, alcohol, environmental, and infectious agents.
Conclusions:
- Omani cancer research predominantly focuses on non-modifiable genetic factors.
- There is a critical need for increased research on modifiable risk factors for effective cancer control.
- Challenges include training needs for health professionals and resource availability, necessitating multisectorial collaboration.
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