Recent cervical cancer incidence, stage at diagnosis, and mortality trends in Puerto Rico, 2001–2019
Ana P. Ortiz,
Carlos R. Torres-Cintrón,
Eduardo J. Santiago-Rodríguez
et al.
Abstract:Background
Cervical cancer incidence is rising in Puerto Rico (PR). Whether the increase is real or reflective of increased diagnostic scrutiny remains unclear.
Methods
Using data from the PR Central Cancer Registry for 2001–2019, we estimated trends of hysterectomy-corrected cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates, overall, and by stage at diagnosis and age.
Results
Overall, cervical cancer incidence (per 100,000) increased 1.6%/year (… Show more
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