Trends in cancer incidence in Kyadondo County, Uganda, 1960–1997
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Trends in Cancer Incidence in Kyadondo County, Uganda
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Author Information
Author(s): Wabinga H R, Parkin D M, Wabwire-Mangen F, Nambooze S
Primary Institution: Makerere University
Conclusion
Cancer incidence in Kyadondo County has increased over time, particularly due to the effects of the AIDS epidemic.
Supporting Evidence
- Most cancers have increased in incidence over time, except for bladder and penis cancers.
- Cervix, oesophagus, and liver cancers have remained common, with marked increases in cervix and oesophagus cancers.
- Kaposi's sarcoma became the most common cancer in the 1990s due to the AIDS epidemic.
- There has been an increase in non-Hodgkin lymphomas in the most recent period.
Takeaway
This study looked at how many people got different types of cancer in Uganda over many years, and found that more people are getting cancer, especially because of AIDS.
Methodology
Incidence rates of different cancers were calculated for four time periods spanning 38 years.
Limitations
The study does not address the reasons behind the changes in cancer incidence.
Participant Demographics
Population of Kyadondo County, Kampala, Uganda.
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