Comparative burden and projections of chewing tobacco-attributable lip/oral cavity and esophageal cancers: global and China-specific trends, 2000–2036

Chewing tobacco-attributable lip and oral cavity cancer burden in China has risen markedly and is projected to increase further, particularly among males and working-age populations, whereas esophageal cancer burden continues to decline. Integrated prevention strategies are needed to sustain progress and reduce the growing burden.