Breast cancer incidence and predictions (Monastir, Tunisia: 2002-2030): A registry-based study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Breast cancer is a major public health problem worldwide. It is the leading cause of cancer deaths in females. In developing countries like Tunisia, the frequency of this cancer is still growing. The aim of this study was to determine the crude and standardized incidence rates, trends and predictions until 2030 of breast cancer incidence rates in a Tunisian governorate.

Methods

This is a descriptive study including all female patients diagnosed with breast cancer in Monastir between 2002 and 2013. The data were collected from the cancer register of the center. Tumors were coded according to the 10th version of international classification of disease (ICD-10). Trends and predictions until 2030 were calculated using Poisson linear regression.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Zemni I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9135193 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature