Cervical cancer in older women: does age matter?

Cancer is a major concern in older people, with almost 50% of new diagnoses and 70% of cancer-related deaths in individuals older than 65 years [1,2]. Cervical cancer (CC), mostly human papillomavirus (HPV)-induced, ranks fourth for both incidence and mortality in women worldwide [3]. There are two peaks of incidence, the first between 30 and 39 years of age and the second between 60 and 69 years. Almost 1 in 4 cases are diagnosed after the age of 60 years [4].

Source: Maturitas - November 30, 2021 Category: Primary Care Authors: Jeremy Barben, Ariane Mamguem Kamga, Tienhan Sandrine Dabakuyo-Yonli, Arthur Hacquin, Alain Putot, Patrick Manckoundia, Leila Bengrine-Lefevre, Valerie Quipourt Tags: Original Article Source Type: research