Trends in Larynx and Lung Cancer in South-East England
Author Information
Author(s): Coupland V H, Chapman P, Linklater K M, Sehgal A, Møller H, Davies E A
Primary Institution: King's College London
Conclusion
The study found that while the incidence rates of larynx and lung cancer declined in both sexes from 1985 to 2004, the trends diverged for females over 70 years of age, with lung cancer rates increasing and larynx cancer rates decreasing.
Supporting Evidence
- The study analyzed data from a large population, providing a comprehensive overview of cancer trends.
- Both larynx and lung cancers were found to be more common in males, particularly those over 70 years old.
- The incidence rates for both cancers declined over the study period, but trends diverged for older females.
Takeaway
This study looked at cancer rates for larynx and lung cancer in south-east England and found that more men get these cancers, but the rates for women are changing differently as they get older.
Methodology
Data was collected from cancer registries covering a population in south-east England, analyzing new cancer cases diagnosed between 1985 and 2004.
Potential Biases
The reliance on medical records for data may introduce bias due to incomplete or inaccurate information.
Limitations
The study relied on cancer registration data, which may have incomplete information on disease morphology and individual risk factors.
Participant Demographics
The study included 8987 larynx cancer patients (7429 males, 1558 females) and 174060 lung cancer patients (112333 males, 61727 females).
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