Stomach cancer burden in Central and South America

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Authors

Mónica S. Sierra · Centre international de recherche sur le cancer

Luis Eduardo Bravo · Universidad del Valle

David Forman · Centre international de recherche sur le cancer

Abstract

The variation in rates may reflect differences in the prevalence of Helicobacter pylori infection and other risk factors. High mortality may additionally reflect deficiencies in healthcare access. The high proportion of unspecified cases calls for improving cancer registration processes.

Topics & Keywords

Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes Genetic factors in colorectal cancer

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Cancer Epidemiology

Volume 44, pp. S62-S73

DOI: 10.1016/j.canep.2016.03.008

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