Publications by authors named "Eric David Ornos"
Cancer is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally. Sex differences in cancer are evident in death rates and treatment responses in several cancers. Asian patients have unique cancer epidemiology influenced by their genetic ancestry and sociocultural factors in the region.
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- Liver diseases significantly contribute to health problems and deaths in the Philippines, with a notable rate of 27.3 cases per 1000 deaths.
- The review covers various liver conditions, including hepatitis B and C, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, alcohol-related liver issues, cirrhosis, and liver cancer, highlighting the challenges in accurately assessing their impact due to limited data.
- To effectively address liver disease, the country needs improved surveillance, tailored clinical guidelines, and collaboration among various sectors and stakeholders.