Betel Nut and Tobacco Chewing as Cancer Risks in Assam
Author Information
Author(s): Phukan R K, Ali M S, Chetia C K, Mahanta J
Primary Institution: Regional Medical Research Centre, Indian Council of Medical Research, North East Region, Assam, Dibrugarh, India
Hypothesis
Is betel nut and tobacco chewing associated with an increased risk of oesophageal cancer in Assam, India?
Conclusion
Chewing betel nut, especially with tobacco, significantly increases the risk of oesophageal cancer in both males and females in Assam.
Supporting Evidence
- Oesophageal cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in males in Assam.
- The study found significant risk ratios associated with the frequency and duration of betel nut chewing.
- Adjusted odds ratios were highest for those using fermented betel nut with tobacco.
Takeaway
Chewing betel nut and tobacco can make you very sick, especially if you do it a lot or start young.
Methodology
A case-control study involving 358 male and 144 female patients with 2 control subjects for each case.
Participant Demographics
358 male and 144 female newly diagnosed patients from Assam.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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