Publications by authors named "Ana Gabriela Moncada-Arias"
Article Synopsis
- The incidence of thyroid cancer in Peru has risen, with 19,513 recorded cases from 2005 to 2016, particularly affecting individuals aged 30 to 59.
- The prevalence rate jumped from 4.7 to 15.2 cases per 100,000 people, notably higher in coastal regions, while mortality rates showed a slight increase mainly among those over 60.
- The study highlights the need for better tracking of cancer data in Peru and suggests investigating underlying social factors contributing to these trends.
