A Retrospective Analysis of Survival Outcomes in Cancer Patients: Influence of Demographics, Cancer Type, Stage, and Treatment Modalities in Puducherry

BackgroundCancer remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, with survival outcomes influenced by demographic, clinical, and treatment-related factors.Understanding these patterns is crucial for enhancing early detection, refining treatment strategies, and informing public health interventions.Objective To analyze survival outcomes among 40 cancer patients, focusing on the impact of gender, cancer type, stage at diagnosis, and treatment modality. MethodsThis retrospective observational study examined anonymized records of 40 cancer patients.Variables included age, gender, cancer type, stage (I-IV), treatment modality (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation), and survival status.Descriptive statistics and cross-tabulations were used to identify survival trends across subgroups. ResultsFemale patients had a significantly higher survival rate (80%) compared to males (30%), largely due to favorable outcomes in breast and cervical cancers.Stage I cancers showed 100% survival, while Stage IV had only 12.5%.Surgical treatment was associated with the highest survival (90%), followed by radiation (33%) and chemotherapy (14%).Colon, stomach, and lung cancers demonstrated the poorest outcomes, while breast, cervical, and endometrial cancers had excellent survival rates. ConclusionSurvival in cancer patients is strongly influenced by stage at diagnosis, treatment type, and cancer type.Early detection and surgical intervention are critical for favorable outcomes.Gender disparities and treatment-specific trends highlight the need for personalized oncology approaches.These findings support targeted screening and