Scientists from the Cedars-Sinai Clinic found that the incidence of pancreatic cancer in women is increasing faster than in men. Research published in the journal gastroenterology.
Doctors analyzed information on patients with pancreatic cancer between 2001 and 2018 using the National Cancer Registry’s (NCPR) database. Scientists have found that the incidence of pancreatic cancer is increased in both women and men.
At the same time, the incidence in women under 55 years of age increased 2.4% more than in men of the same age. Despite this, pancreatic cancer is still more common in men.
The study’s authors emphasized that although the difference in incidence rate is small, it could lead to a disproportionate spread of cancer in women in the future.
Pancreatic cancer has the highest death rate of all major cancers, accounting for 3% of all cancer deaths in the United States. Although the survival rate of patients increases every year, this improvement is seen mostly in men.
The scientists also listed measures that can reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer: quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, weight control, regular exercise and a healthy diet. People experiencing unexplained weight loss or jaundice should seek medical attention as these are potential signs of pancreatic cancer or other serious medical problems.