Sex Differences in Cancer Incidence and Survival: A Pan-Cancer Analysis

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Authors

Michelle Dong · Shaker Heights Public Library

Gino Cioffi · Outcomes Research Consortium

Jacqueline Wang · University School

Kristin Waite · Outcomes Research Consortium

Quinn T. Ostrom · Baylor College of Medicine

Carol Kruchko · Central Brain Tumor Registry of the United States

Justin D. Lathia

Abstract

This study represents the most recent and comprehensive reporting of sex differences in cancer incidence and survival in the United States. Identifying disadvantaged groups is critical as it can provide useful information to improve cancer survival, as well as to better understand the etiology and pathogenesis of specific cancers.

Topics & Keywords

Male Breast Health Studies BRCA gene mutations in cancer Sex and Gender in Healthcare

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention

Volume 29, Issue 7, pp. 1389-1397

DOI: 10.1158/1055-9965.epi-20-0036

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