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Gastric Cancer in Gorj County - a Clinical-Statistical Study

  • 0PhD Student, Doctoral School, Faculty of Medicine, Titu Maiorescu University, Bucharest, Romania.
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February 14, 2024

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February 14, 2024

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Summary

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Gastric cancer (GC) primarily affects men over 61, with adenocarcinoma being the most common type. Most diagnosed cases in Gorj county present at advanced stages III or IV.

Area Of Science

  • Oncology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Epidemiology

Background

  • Gastric cancer (GC) is a leading cause of cancer death globally.
  • While incidence decreases in developed nations, it rises in Eastern Asia and Europe.
  • Understanding regional GC parameters is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose Of The Study

  • To assess epidemiological and clinical parameters of gastric cancer in Gorj county.
  • To analyze patient demographics, disease stage, and histopathological types.
  • To provide data for local gastric cancer management strategies.

Main Methods

  • Retrospective analysis of medical records from Tg Jiu County Emergency Hospital.
  • Inclusion of surgical, oncology, biopsy, and imaging records.
  • Data extraction on patient demographics, diagnosis, stage, and histopathology.

Main Results

  • Gastric cancer predominantly affects males (2:1-3:1 ratio).
  • Over 85% of patients were over 61 years old.
  • Adenocarcinoma was the most frequent histopathological type (95%).
  • Most surgically treated patients were diagnosed at Stage III or IV.

Conclusions

  • Gastric cancer in Gorj county disproportionately affects older males.
  • Late-stage diagnosis is common, highlighting the need for early detection.
  • Adenocarcinoma is the predominant histological subtype.

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