2020
DOI: 10.3332/ecancer.2020.1039
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The impact of armed conflict on cancer among civilian populations in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

Abstract: Background: Armed conflicts are increasingly impacting countries with a high burden of cancer. The aim of this study is to systematically review the literature on the impact of armed conflict on cancer in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Methods: In November 2019, we searched five medical databases (Embase, Medline, Global Health, PsychINFO and the Web of Science) without date, language or study design restrictions. We included studies assessing the association between armed conflict and any cancer amo… Show more

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“…There is limited literature available about cancer and the true burden of cancer is still unmeasured. The most recent systematic review focusing on the impact of armed conflict on cancer among civilians in LMICs reflected the relative paucity of basic epidemiological data including changes to risk factor exposure, behavioral changes, delays to presentation, the availability of timely and affordable complex care, as well as the ability to access care [ 6 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…There is limited literature available about cancer and the true burden of cancer is still unmeasured. The most recent systematic review focusing on the impact of armed conflict on cancer among civilians in LMICs reflected the relative paucity of basic epidemiological data including changes to risk factor exposure, behavioral changes, delays to presentation, the availability of timely and affordable complex care, as well as the ability to access care [ 6 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…), infection, malnutrition, and mental health. However, over time the humanitarian crisis had to adapt to managing a wide ragne of NCDs (non-communicable diseases), including cancer becoming a major part of healthcare needs [ 3 6 ].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Conflict situations cause qualified HCWs to depart their country [ 16 , 17 ]. Mass migration of professionals and collapse of the health care system and infrastructure leave the civilians without adequate health care, thus increasing mortality and morbidity among the population [ 18 – 22 ]. The violence in Syria has been so intense that more than 70% of HCWS have migrated from the country.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…No threshold of NOS has been validated. According to a previous meta-analysis, we defined studies as being low quality (score <5), moderate quality (score 5–6), or high quality (score >6) ( 22 ).…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%