High incidence of classic Kaposi's sarcoma in Mantua, Po Valley, Northern Italy (1989–1998)
2001
High Incidence of Classic Kaposi's Sarcoma in Mantua, Italy
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Ascoli V, Belli S, Benedetti M, Trinca S, Ricci P, Comba P
Primary Institution: La Sapienza University
Hypothesis
The study aims to estimate the incidence of classic Kaposi's sarcoma in the province of Mantua, Po Valley, Northern Italy.
Conclusion
The study found that the incidence of classic Kaposi's sarcoma is significantly high in Mantua, especially in rural areas.
Supporting Evidence
- The age-standardized incidence rate for men was 2.5 per 100,000.
- The age-standardized incidence rate for women was 0.7 per 100,000.
- In the rural zone of Viadana/Sabbioneta, the rates were 5.0 per 100,000 men and 2.8 per 100,000 women.
Takeaway
In Mantua, Italy, many people are getting a type of skin cancer called Kaposi's sarcoma, especially in the countryside.
Methodology
The incidence rates were calculated based on age-standardized data from 1989 to 1998.
Participant Demographics
The study reported incidence rates for men and women in the province.
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