Occupation and Bladder Cancer in England and Wales
Author Information
Author(s): P.J. Dolin
Primary Institution: Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Imperial Cancer Research Fund
Hypothesis
The study aims to identify occupational causes of bladder cancer in high mortality areas.
Conclusion
The study found that certain occupations, particularly in the chemical, glass, and textile industries, are associated with higher bladder cancer mortality.
Supporting Evidence
- Bladder cancer is the seventh most common cancer death among men in England and Wales.
- High risk areas had a significantly higher percentage of workers in 23 occupations compared to the national average.
- An association between employment in the chemical industry and bladder cancer has been well documented.
Takeaway
Some jobs can make people more likely to get bladder cancer, especially jobs in chemicals and textiles.
Methodology
An ecological study comparing occupational data and bladder cancer mortality across 400 districts.
Potential Biases
Potential confounding factors such as cigarette smoking were not directly measured.
Limitations
The study is based on correlations and does not directly assess the occupations of individuals with bladder cancer.
Participant Demographics
Males and females aged 25-64 in England and Wales.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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