Occupational exposures and lung cancer in Morocco: An epidemiologic study

Erefai, Ouassima; Soulaymani, Abdelmajid; Mokhtari, Abdelrhani; Hami, Hinde

doi:10.1016/j.matpr.2022.08.134

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“…Retrospective studies in North Africa revealed as main exposition in occupations like masonry construction and painting (47.1%), agriculture (30.8%), and transportation sectors (12.8%) in men with lung cancer; while women were more exposed to cleaning products (50%) and coal smoke (42.8%). 99 …”

Section: Lung Cancer In the Middle East And North Africamentioning

confidence: 99%

Geographic differences in lung cancer: focus on carcinogens, genetic predisposition, and molecular epidemiology

Laguna,

García-Pardo,

Alessi

et al. 2024

Ther Adv Med Oncol

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Lung cancer poses a global health challenge and stands as the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. However, its incidence, mortality, and characteristics are not uniform across all regions worldwide. Understanding the factors contributing to this diversity is crucial in a prevalent disease where most cases are diagnosed in advanced stages. Hence, prevention and early diagnosis emerge as the most efficient strategies to enhance outcomes. In Western societies, tobacco consumption constitutes the primary risk factor for lung cancer, accounting for up to 90% of cases. In other geographic locations, different significant factors play a fundamental role in disease development, such as individual genetic predisposition, or exposure to other carcinogens such as radon gas, environmental pollution, occupational exposures, or specific infectious diseases. Comprehensive clinical and molecular characterization of lung cancer in recent decades has enabled us to distinguish different subtypes of lung cancer with distinct phenotypes, genotypes, immunogenicity, treatment responses, and survival rates. The ultimate goal is to prevent and individualize lung cancer management in each community and improve patient outcomes.

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Section: Lung Cancer In the Middle East And North Africamentioning

confidence: 99%