Sex-disaggregated analysis of breast cancer prevalence in Sierra Leone
The study underscore the growing burden of breast cancer in Sierra Leone and the disparities between sexes with females having a higher burden than men. The findings underscore the need for strengthening cancer registries, improving access to early detection and treatment, and addressing structural barriers to equitable healthcare are critical for reducing the burden of breast cancer in Sierra Leone.
Authors
- Augustus Osborne (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0226-841X)
Institutions
- Sierra Leone Urban Research Centre (SL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Cancer
- Published
- 2025-07-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12885-025-14403-6
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.05
Funders
- World Health Organization