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Cancer profile in Surat and its vicinity
P K Gadhia1, N D Panchal, S V Bhagwat
1Department of Biosciences, South Gujarat University, Surat.
Journal of the Indian Medical Association
|March 1, 1995
Summary
This study analyzed 2358 cancer cases in South Gujarat (1980-1985), finding oral, breast, and cervical cancers most frequent. Factors like tobacco use and pollution may contribute to cancer incidence.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Cancer remains a significant health concern globally.
- Understanding regional cancer patterns is crucial for targeted interventions.
- South Gujarat's cancer epidemiology requires detailed investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the types and frequency of malignancies in South Gujarat.
- To analyze cancer incidence in Surat and its vicinity from 1980-1985.
- To identify common cancers in males and females within the study region.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study design was employed.
- Data was collected over a six-year period (1980-1985).
- Histopathological confirmation was used for 2358 new cancer cases.
Main Results:
- Sixty types of cancer were identified, with oral, laryngeal, and esophageal cancers common in males.
- Breast and cervical cancers were most prevalent in females.
- Lung and testicular cancers showed a high rate in males, while ovarian, stomach, and lung cancers were common in females. Leukemia incidence was low.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights distinct cancer patterns in South Gujarat.
- Factors such as low awareness, tobacco/alcohol addiction, and environmental pollution may influence cancer rates.
- Further research and public health initiatives are warranted to address cancer burden in the region.