STUDY OF BREAST CANCERS IN A TERTIARY CARE CENTRE IN SOUTH INDIA
European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine,
2022, Volume 9, Issue 3, Pages 11594-11603
Abstract
Background:Cancer is one of the major health issues worldwide. In the year 2020, the Global burden of cancer rose to an estimated 19.29 million new cases and 9.95 million deaths. In India, according to year 2020 Statistics, Breast Cancer was the most prevalent cancer in women, followed by cancer of Cervix Uteri. During the past two decades, the incidence of Breast cancer has increased tremendously. The cause may be attributed to “Westernization” trends.Materials and Methods: The present study is a retrospective study where all modified radical mastectomy specimens received in the department were grossed and processed and sections stained with Haematoxylin and Eosin. A total of 24 modified radical mastectomy specimens were evaluated.
Results: Most of the cases(41.66%) belonged to age group of 61-70 yrs, with 13 cases (54.16%)had tumour size more than 5cms. Invasive Carcinoma –NST was the most common Malignancy detected. Most of the cases were in stage –III of Breast Malignancy.
Conclusion: Early detection and timely treatment is essential to prevent further spread of Malignancy. Screening programmes should be intensified to increase awareness among women about Breast Cancer.
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