Trends in Cancer Rates Among South Asians in Leicester
Author Information
Author(s): Smith L K, Botha J L, Benghiat A, Steward W P
Primary Institution: University of Leicester
Hypothesis
What are the recent trends in cancer incidence among South Asians in Leicester?
Conclusion
Cancer rates among South Asians in Leicester are increasing, particularly in younger age groups, while rates for the rest of the population are decreasing.
Supporting Evidence
- South Asians had lower overall cancer rates than non-South Asians.
- Younger South Asians showed increased cancer risk compared to older South Asians.
- Cancer rates for South Asians increased over the study period, while rates for non-South Asians decreased.
Takeaway
This study found that South Asians in Leicester are getting more cancers than before, especially younger people, while others are getting fewer.
Methodology
The study analyzed cancer registry data from 1990 to 1999, classifying patients by ethnicity based on names and adjusting for deprivation.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in ethnicity classification and confounding factors related to deprivation.
Limitations
The study relied on name-based classification for ethnicity, which may not be fully accurate.
Participant Demographics
862 South Asian cancer cases identified, median age 61.5 years, younger than non-South Asians with a median age of 71.9 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0001
Confidence Interval
(0.55, 0.68)
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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