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Breast Cancer in the Caribbean
Kristy Samaroo1, Amalia Hosein1, Lyronne K Olivier2
1Biomedical Engineering, The University of Trinidad & Tobago, Port of Spain, TTO.
Cureus
|September 15, 2021
Summary
Breast cancer (BC) mortality is high in the Caribbean, with significant disparities in incidence and outcomes. Research is needed to address the unique challenges in this diverse population.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Breast cancer (BC) is a leading global cause of cancer death in women.
- The Caribbean region exhibits higher BC mortality rates compared to North America and Europe, despite lower incidence.
- Significant disparities exist in BC incidence, management, and outcomes across Caribbean nations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current state of breast cancer (BC) research in the Caribbean.
- To identify gaps in knowledge and areas requiring further investigation.
- To understand the unique epidemiological and clinical characteristics of BC in the Caribbean.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted using the PubMed database.
- Studies focusing on breast cancer (BC) within the Caribbean population were systematically identified and selected.
- A total of 117 relevant papers were analyzed and synthesized.
Main Results:
- Major variability was observed in BC incidence, management, etiology, and mortality across Caribbean countries.
- Low-resource nations face challenges with advanced disease presentation and poorer outcomes, including shorter disease-free survival.
- Established cancer registries and international collaborations show promise in improving BC care, particularly in low- and middle-income settings.
Conclusions:
- Breast cancer (BC) research in the Caribbean is limited in scope and consistency.
- The diverse Caribbean population presents a unique opportunity for epidemiological studies to understand BC's complex dynamics.
- Targeted interventions and enhanced research are crucial to improve BC outcomes in the Caribbean.
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