Epidemiology of Gastrointestinal Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Author Information
Author(s): Gurney K A, Cartwright R A, Gilman E A
Primary Institution: Leukaemia Research Fund Centre for Clinical Epidemiology, University of Leeds
Hypothesis
What are the epidemiological characteristics of gastrointestinal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in the UK?
Conclusion
The incidence of gastrointestinal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in the UK has significantly increased, particularly among individuals over 50 years old.
Supporting Evidence
- The incidence rates of gastrointestinal NHL in the UK are the lowest in Europe.
- Annual increases in incidence rates for gastric and small bowel NHL were observed.
- Overall incidence of gastrointestinal NHL increased by 2.7% per annum.
Takeaway
Doctors found that more people in the UK are getting a type of cancer in their stomach and intestines, especially older folks.
Methodology
Analysis of primary gastrointestinal NHL cases reported over an 8-year period.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on reported cases and diagnostic accuracy improvements.
Limitations
The study is limited to data from England and Wales and may not represent global trends.
Participant Demographics
Excess of males observed at all ages for all sites.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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