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Pancreatic cancer

G R Howe1

  • 1National Cancer Institute of Canada Epidemiology Unit, University of Toronto, Ontario.

Cancer Surveys
|January 1, 1994
PubMed
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Pancreatic cancer rates in Ontario men peaked in the early 1970s and have declined, while rates for women have not. These trends suggest cigarette smoking significantly influences pancreatic cancer incidence and mortality over time.

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Oncology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Pancreatic cancer incidence and mortality rates exhibit distinct temporal trends.
  • Cigarette smoking is a known risk factor for various cancers, including pancreatic cancer.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze long-term trends in pancreatic cancer incidence and mortality in Ontario, Canada.
  • To investigate the association between observed trends and cigarette smoking habits.
  • To compare Ontario's trends with international data from European countries and Japan.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of population-based cancer incidence and mortality data over several decades.
  • Correlation of temporal trends with historical smoking patterns.
  • Comparative analysis of incidence and mortality rates across different geographic regions.

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Main Results:

  • Pancreatic cancer rates for Ontario men peaked between 1970-1974 and have since decreased.
  • Pancreatic cancer rates for Ontario women increased until the 1970s and have remained stable, not declining.
  • International data from Europe and Japan show similar patterns, with some countries yet to reach their peak male rates, consistent with smoking's role.

Conclusions:

  • Cigarette smoking appears to be a significant factor driving temporal trends in pancreatic cancer incidence and mortality.
  • Observed trends in Ontario and internationally support the link between smoking habits and subsequent cancer risk.
  • There is no substantial evidence of recent improvements in pancreatic cancer survival rates.