Burden of gastric cancer in Ecuador (2010–2021): a gender- and age-specific analysis using disability-adjusted life years (DALYs)
The findings highlight the need for targeted interventions, including early detection programs, risk reduction strategies, and improved healthcare access. Strengthening public health policies is crucial to mitigating the rising burden of GC in Ecuador.
Authors
- Ricardo Yajamín-Villamarín
Institutions
- Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (EC)
- Hospital Vozandes (EC)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Epidemiology
- Published
- 2025-09-12
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fepid.2025.1643323
- Primary Topic
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00