Cancer incidence attributable to tobacco smoking in GCC
countries in 2018

Al‐Zalabani, Abdulmohsen H.

doi:10.18332/tid/118722

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“…For example, none of the participants were smokers; in the Gulf Cooperation Council region, smoking is known to be linked to many types of cancer, including cervical cancer. 29 Moreover, oral contraceptive use is associated with an increased risk of developing cervical intraepithelial abnormalities; in contrast, there was no significant relationship observed with this variable in the current study. 30 In addition, there were no significant differences for other variables which have been traditionally linked to cervical cancer, such as a family history of the disease, pregnancy before the age of 17 years or parity.…”

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Prevalence of Cytological Abnormalities in Papanicolaou Smears and Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer Among Women in Muscat, Oman

Sekri

Musalhi

Abri

et al. 2021

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J

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Objective: Cervical cancer is the third most common type of cancer among women in Oman. Although it can be detected early in the premalignant stages, there is as yet no national program for cervical cancer screening. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of cytological abnormalities in Papanicolaou (Pap) smears and related risk factors among Omani women. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from March to December 2019 at the gynecology and family medicine clinics of Khoula Hospital and Sultan Qaboos University Hospital in Muscat. All asymptomatic Omani women aged between 21–65 years were included. Data regarding the participants’ sociodemographic characteristics and known risk factors were collected using a selfreported sheet. Pap smears were performed and the results reported by a cytotechnologist and histopathologist. Results: A total of 442 women participated in the study (response rate: 100%). The mean age was 39.0 ± 9.7 years old. The prevalence of cervical cytological abnormalities was 3.7%. There was a significant association between human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cervical cell abnormalities ( p = 0.017); however, there was no link with hormonal contraception use, pregnancy before the age of 17 years or parity ( p >0.050 each). Conclusions: The prevalence of cervical cell abnormalities in Oman was similar to that observed in Arab countries and relatively low in comparison to findings from Western countries. A screening program should be implemented at the primary care level. Moreover, the findings of this study highlight the need for a future vaccination program against HPV infections. Keywords: Cervical Cancer; Screening; Cytological Abnormalities; Pap Smear; Human Papillomavirus; Oman.

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Prevalence of Cytological Abnormalities in Papanicolaou Smears and Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer Among Women in Muscat, Oman

Sekri

Musalhi

Abri

et al. 2021

Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J

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“…Epidemiological evidence strongly suggests a synergy between TS and HR-HPV infection for cervical cancer development [86][87][88]. In 2003, the IARC established that women who smoke are more susceptible to cervical cancer when compared to nonsmokers [89].…”

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High-Risk Human Papillomavirus and Tobacco Smoke Interactions in Epithelial Carcinogenesis

Aguayo

Muñoz

Perez-Dominguez

et al. 2020

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Cervical, anogenital, and some head and neck cancers (HNC) are etiologically associated with high-risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) infection, even though additional cofactors are necessary. Epidemiological studies have established that tobacco smoke (TS) is a cofactor for cervical carcinogenesis because women who smoke are more susceptible to cervical cancer when compared to non-smokers. Even though such a relationship has not been established in HPV-related HNC, a group of HPV positive patients with this malignancy are smokers. TS is a complex mixture of more than 4500 chemical compounds and approximately 60 of them show oncogenic properties such as benzo[α]pyrene (BaP) and nitrosamines, among others. Some of these compounds have been evaluated for carcinogenesis through experimental settings in collaboration with HR-HPV. Here, we conducted a comprehensive review of the suggested molecular mechanisms involved in cooperation with both HR-HPV and TS for epithelial carcinogenesis. Furthermore, we propose interaction models in which TS collaborates with HR-HPV to promote epithelial cancer initiation, promotion, and progression. More studies are warranted to clarify interactions between oncogenic viruses and chemical or physical environmental factors for epithelial carcinogenesis.

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“…Unfortunately, those with substance use disorder, including tobacco, alcohol and other drugs, may be more susceptible to COVID-19 exposure and at higher risk of severe COVID-19 illness [ 10 ]. Potential increases in tobacco use are concerning in light of evidence that smoking is associated with increased severity of COVID-19 [ 11 , 12 ]. Early surveys evaluating changes in tobacco use suggested a mixed pattern of responses, with some reporting an increase in smoking cessation and others reporting an increase in use [ 13 ].…”

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The Perceived Impact of COVID-19 among Treatment-Seeking Smokers: A Mixed Methods Approach

Rosoff-Verbit

Logue-Chamberlain

Fishman

et al. 2021

IJERPH

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The consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on behavioral health, including tobacco use, are not fully known. The current study sought to measure the perceived impact of COVID-19 and the resulting stay-at-home orders in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Buffalo, New York on smokers enrolled in four smoking cessation trials between March 2020 and July 2020. The survey collected quantitative data regarding life changes due to COVID-19, health/exposure status, and the impact on their cessation attempt (e.g., motivation to quit, change in triggers). The questionnaire collected qualitative data to better understand how such changes could explain changes in smoking behavior. Of the 42 participants surveyed, approximately half indicated that COVID-19 changed their motivation and ability to quit or remain quit. Among those who reported that it was easier to quit following the stay-at-home orders (n = 24), most attributed this to concerns regarding the severity of COVID-19 among smokers. Among those who reported more difficulty quitting (n = 15), most attributed this to their increased stress due to the pandemic and the inability to access activities, places, or people that could help them manage triggers. Given public health warnings of continued surges in COVID-19, these data provide insight into who may benefit from further smoking cessation support should existing restrictions or new stay-at-home orders be enacted.

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Cancer incidence attributable to tobacco smoking in GCC countries in 2018

Cited by 33 publications

References 14 publications

Prevalence of Cytological Abnormalities in Papanicolaou Smears and Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer Among Women in Muscat, Oman

Prevalence of Cytological Abnormalities in Papanicolaou Smears and Risk Factors for Cervical Cancer Among Women in Muscat, Oman

High-Risk Human Papillomavirus and Tobacco Smoke Interactions in Epithelial Carcinogenesis

The Perceived Impact of COVID-19 among Treatment-Seeking Smokers: A Mixed Methods Approach

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