Oral and Pharyngeal Cancer Among the Arab Population in israel from 1970 to 2006

Zini, Avraham; Nasser, Nasser; Vered, Yuval

doi:10.7314/apjcp.2012.13.2.585

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“…Two studies from Saudi Arabia 26 and Yemen 29 found a higher prevalence of OC among females. Conversely, all other studies 18 , 19 , 21 - 23 , 25 , 27 , 28 , 30 reported higher ratio of males compared with females. Table 1 provides a summary of the epidemiological indicators as measured in the included studies; namely, incidence, prevalence, mean age at diagnosis, histological types of OC, risk factor distribution, and prognosis.…”

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confidence: 67%

Epidemiology of oral cancer in Arab countries

Al-Jaber

Al‐Nasser

El-Metwally

2016

SMJ

101

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Objectives:To review the oral cancer (OC) studies that were conducted in Arab countries with regard to epidemiology, risk factors, and prognosis.Methods:A computer-based PubMed literature search was performed to retrieve studies conducted in the Arab world on epidemiology of OC. After screening for exclusion criteria, cross-referencing, and searching local journals, a total of 19 articles were included.Results:Eight prevalence studies found an OC prevalence ranging from 1.8 to 2.13 per 100,000 persons. Oral cancer patients were mostly in their fifth to sixth decade of life, and the incidence in younger age was reported in some Arab countries. Yemenis have an alarming high prevalence of OC among people younger than 45 years. Eleven studies explored determinants or prognosis of OC. Behavioral determinants such as smokeless tobacco (Shamma and Qat), and cigarette smoking were strongly associated with OC. Alcohol drinking and solar radiation exposures were cited as possible risk factors. The most affected sites were tongue, floor of the mouth, and lower lip variations in the affected site were attributed to the socio-cultural behavior of the populations under study. Squamous cell carcinoma was the most frequently detected cancer, and usually patients were in late stages (III and IV) at the time of diagnosis.Conclusion:No solid evidence exists regarding the true OC prevalence/incidence in most Arab countries due to the lack of national cancer registries and population-based studies.

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confidence: 67%

Epidemiology of oral cancer in Arab countries

Al-Jaber

Al‐Nasser

El-Metwally

2016

SMJ

101

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“…Interestingly, there are very limited data about oral cancer and OPMDs among Arab patients (Zini et al, 2012;Krishna Rao et al, 2013;Ismail et al, 2013;Al-attas et al, 2014). The aims of this study therefore, were to determine the prevalence, types, and risk factors of OPMDs among a group of Arab dental patients, and to evaluate the awareness and attitudes of patients diagnosed with OPMD toward early diagnosis and treatment.…”

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confidence: 98%

Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders among Dental Patients: a Pilot Study in Jordan

Hassona¹,

Scully²,

Almangush³

et al. 2015

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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Background: To determine the prevalence, types, and risk factors of oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) among a group of Arab Jordanian dental patients, and to evaluate their awareness and attitudes toward early diagnosis and treatment. Materials and Methods: A total of 1,041 patients attending a University Hospital for dental care were examined for the presence of OPMDs. Histopathological examination was performed on all cases clinically diagnosed and patients were directly interviewed to evaluate their knowledge and attitudes toward early detection and treatment of oral cancer. Results: The prevalence of OPMDs overall was 2.8%. Lichen planus/lichenoid lesions were the most common lesions (1.8%) followed by leukoplakias (0.48%), chronic hyperplastic candidiosis (0.38%), and erythroplakia (0.096%). Smoking, alcohol, and age (>40 years) were the main identifiable risk factors. Patients with OPMDs displayed a general lack of awareness and negative attitudes towards early diagnosis and treatment. Conclusions: OPMDs among Arab dental patients are relatively uncommon and awareness about oral cancer among Jordanian dental patients is low. Interventions to improve public knowledge about oral cancer and attitudes toward early diagnosis and treatment are urgently indicated.

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“…More than 500,000 patients are estimated to have oral cancer globally with approximately 389,000 new cases per annum (Ferlay et al, 2008). Oral cancer is relatively uncommon in the Arab world (Zini et al, 2012, Ismail et al, 2013; the age standardized incidence rates in Jordan are 1.5 in men and 0.8 in women (Ferlay et al, 2013;Ismail et al, 2013). Early diagnosis and treatment minimise morbidity and mortality but most oral cancers even in developed countries are detected at late stages, resulting in a low 5-year survival rate (approximately 50%) (La Vecchia et al, 2004).…”

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confidence: 99%

Oral Cancer Early Detection - a Pressing Need for Continuing Education in Jordan

Hassona¹,

Baqain²,

Maayta³

et al. 2015

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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Aims: To identify deficiencies in the knowledge of general medical (GMPs) and dental practitioners (GDPs) regarding early detection of oral cancer, to compare differences between subgroups, and to identify educational needs for continuing education courses on this subject. Materials and Methods: 165 GDPs and 165 GMPs were directly interviewed to assess their knowledge about oral cancer using a pre-tested survey. Knowledge scores were generated from correct responses of participants to factual questions about oral cancer. Results: Few participants (15.2% of GDPs and 12.8% of GMPs) reported that they attended any continuing education courses on oral cancer during their professional career. Most participants (81.6% of GDPs and 86.3% of GMPs) admitted that their knowledge about oral cancer was not up to date and that they would need to attend continuing education courses on oral cancer if available. A few significant differences were identified between groups regarding knowledge about risk factors, clinical presentations and diagnostic techniques but the overall knowledge scores showed no significant difference between GMPs and GDPs. Conclusions: The present study identified several deficiencies in the knowledge of GMPs and GDPs regarding risk factors, clinical presentations, and diagnostic techniques of oral cancer. Interventions to correct these defects through properly designed continuing education courses are required.

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Oral and Pharyngeal Cancer Among the Arab Population in israel from 1970 to 2006

Cited by 10 publications

References 17 publications

Epidemiology of oral cancer in Arab countries

Epidemiology of oral cancer in Arab countries

Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders among Dental Patients: a Pilot Study in Jordan

Oral Cancer Early Detection - a Pressing Need for Continuing Education in Jordan

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