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HIV And Esophageal Cancer In Mozambique: What Can We Learn?
Morais, Atílio; Cossa, Matchecane; Pardival, Abdul; Rodrigues, Jessica; Tivane, Adriano; Germano, Pires; Noormahomed, Emilia; Bento, Maria JoséEsophageal cancer (EC) is a common cancer in Mozambique, with esophageal squamous cell carcinomas (ESCC) being the most frequent subtype of this cancer. Little is known about the impact of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) on this pathology. The main goal of this study was to assess the association between EC and HIV infection. Methods: A case-control study was conducted, in 2018, at Maputo Central Hospita...
Identification Of The Crucial Pieces Of Esophageal Cancer Prevention And Early ...
Cossa, Matchecane; Come, Jotamo; Carrilho, Carla; Morais, Atílio; Pereira, Luisa; Santos, Lúcio LaraEsophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) poses a significant health burden in Mozambique, with high incidence rates and late-stage diagnoses contributing to its lethality. This comprehensive review examines the epidemiology, risk factors, and potential preventive strategies for ESCC in Mozambique. Key risk factors identified include tobacco smoking, alcohol consumption, dietary factors, hot beverage consumptio...
Understanding the bricks to build better surgical oncology unit at Maputo Centr...
Morais, Atílio; Come, Jotamo; Selemane, Carlos; Pires, Germano; Tivane, Adriano; Cossa, Matchecane; Tulsidás, Satish; Antunes, Luís; Costa, Manuel JoãoCancer is a growing concern in Mozambique. However, the country has limited facilities and few oncologists. Surgical oncologists are an unmet need. The aim of this study was to assess residents' knowledge in prevalent cancer domains and to identify and characterize prevalent cancers treated by surgery at Maputo Central Hospital, the largest hospital in Mozambique. The expectations were that the findings shall i...