Statistics and Epidemiology of Mesothelioma
The incidence of asbestos lung cancer is one in ten lakh persons. As far as western countries are concerned the incidence is slightly high. The incidence of this disease is 40 in ten million persons. The reason for the increased incidence in western countries is nothing but the industrialization.
As far as United States of America is concerned the mesothelioma incidence reached 15 people out of ten lakh persons in the year 2004.
The men are more prone for mesothelioma however this disease condition can be noticed women too. The risk of mesothelioma increases as the age increases but the disease can make its appearances at any age.
As far the part of the body is concerned the peritoneum are highly susceptible as nearly one third of the mesothelioma are found to be seen in peritoneum.
Although reported incidence rates have increased in the past 20 years, mesothelioma is still a relatively rare cancer. About 2,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States each year. Mesothelioma occurs more often in men than in women and risk increases with age, but this disease can appear in either men or women at any age
Frequency:
• In the US: Approximately 2500-3000 cases are diagnosed per year.
• Internationally: Frequency is 0.9 cases per 100,000 persons.
Race:
• Mesothelioma has no racial predilection. Asbestos exposure is the most important factor. Race is not a factor.
Sex:
• Malignant mesothelioma is more common in men, with a male-to-female ratio of 3:1. It can also occur in children; however, these cases are not thought to be associated with asbestos exposure.
Age:
• Malignant mesothelioma has a peak incidence 35-45 years after asbestos exposure. It commonly develops in the fifth to seventh decade of life.
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