Esophageal Cancer in Southeastern Iran
Author Information
Author(s): Ziaian Bijan, Montazeri Vahid, Khazaiee Reza, Amini Shahram, Karimi Mehrbod, Mehrabani Davood
Primary Institution: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
This study aims to determine the characteristics of esophageal cancer in southeastern Iran.
Conclusion
The study found a higher prevalence of esophageal cancer in females, particularly in those over 60 years old, with squamous cell carcinoma being the most common type.
Supporting Evidence
- Esophageal cancer is the sixth most common cancer globally.
- The study registered 902 cases of esophageal cancer.
- 75.6% of the cases were squamous cell carcinoma.
- 94% of patients reported a history of drinking hot tea.
- 83% consumed naswar, a tobacco product.
- 70% had a history of opium abuse.
- 91.4% of patients experienced weight loss.
Takeaway
This study looked at people with esophageal cancer in southeastern Iran and found that more women than men had it, especially older women.
Methodology
Data were collected from the Zahedan Hospital-based Cancer Registry, which included interviews with patients to gather information.
Limitations
More studies over a longer time period are necessary to explain the causes of esophageal cancer in this region.
Participant Demographics
43.2% males and 66.8% females, with most patients aged between 60 to 80 years.
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