WHAT DATA SAYS ABOUT COLORECTAL CANCER IN VIETNAM
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of gastrointestinal cancer, with similar incidence rates between men and women. The causes of the disease are closely linked to dietary habits, lifestyle, and genetic factors. Early screening and detection of colorectal cancer can aid in treatment, reduce disease progression, and alleviate the psychological and economic burden on patients.
3/12/2024 4:38:55 PM
Colorectal cancer is the most common gastrointestinal cancer due to its close association with lifestyle and habits.
According to the GLOBOCAN 2022 statistics, this type of cancer ranks third in terms of new cases globally with 1,926,425 cases and second in terms of cancer-related deaths (only after lung cancer).
In Vietnam, there were 16,835 new cases recorded in 2022, ranking fourth among common cancers (9.7%) and fifth in terms of cancer-related deaths (after lung cancer, liver cancer, breast cancer, and stomach cancer).
A prevalent misconception is that colorectal cancer predominantly affects males. However, statistics indicate a nearly equal incidence between genders, with women accounting for 47% and men for 53%. The majority of cases occur in individuals aged 40 and above, comprising 95.7% of cases, and the trend shows a shift towards younger age groups.
There are many causes leading to colorectal cancer such as unbalanced diet, unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, lack of exercise, etc.), genetic factors, age, and polyps. People with colorectal polyps who are not detected and treated early have a risk of progressing to cancer.
Groups that need early screening include people over 40, individuals with personal or family history of colorectal cancer or polyps, those with a history of inflammatory bowel disease or colitis. Cases where polyps have been detected and removed during previous endoscopy also require regular screening as recommended by a doctor.
To proactively prevent colorectal cancer, everyone, especially young people, should adjust their lifestyle by maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding obesity to reduce inflammation complications and disease risks; exercising regularly, about 20-30 minutes each day; quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption...
Currently, Vietnam still does not have a national cancer screening program or specific guidelines for early colorectal cancer screening for the population. Since the disease does not have early symptoms and progresses silently, it is often detected at a late stage, causing difficulties in treatment as well as increasing psychological and economic burdens for patients.
Therefore, regular health check-ups, colonoscopies as recommended for early screening are also ways to prevent the development and increase the chances of curing colorectal cancer.
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