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Oral Cavity Cancer and Treatment Outcome with Cobalt 60 Teletherapy at BKL Walawalkar Rural Medical College, a Tertiary Care Centre in Konkan, Maharashtra, India
Kulkarni Ajit, Kulkarni Rajashree, Abhay Desai, Banawali Shripad and B. N. Rao
Page: 96-100 | Received 25 Sep 2023, Published online: 08 Oct 2023
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Abstract
The prevalence of oral cavity cancer is a significant concern worldwide, with varied incidence and outcomes in different regions. This study aimed to evaluate the incidence, treatment modalities and outcomes of oral cavity cancer patients in a tertiary care center in the Konkan region. A retrospective analysis of patient records between January 2021‐December 2022 was conducted at a tertiary care center in Konkan. Parameters including patient demographics, tumor stage at presentation, treatment modalities utilized and overall survival rates were analyzed. The average age at diagnosis was 55±12 years. Of the cohort, 20% were under the age of 40, 55% were aged between 40 and 60 and the remaining 25% were above 60 years. Males constituted 65% of the diagnosed cases, while females represented 35%. Oral cavity cancer remains a major health concern in the Konkan region with a significant proportion of patients presenting at advanced stages. Early detection and intervention are paramount to improve outcomes. Efforts should be directed towards awareness campaigns and regular screenings in this region to achieve this.
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Kulkarni Ajit, Kulkarni Rajashree, Abhay Desai, Banawali Shripad and B. N. Rao. Oral Cavity Cancer and Treatment Outcome with Cobalt 60 Teletherapy at BKL Walawalkar Rural Medical College, a Tertiary Care Centre in Konkan, Maharashtra, India.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.10.96.100
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.10.96.100