Burden of Disease Due to Cancer in Spain
Author Information
Author(s): Fernández de Larrea-Baz Nerea, Álvarez-Martín Elena, Morant-Ginestar Consuelo, Gènova-Maleras Ricard, Gil Ángel, Pérez-Gómez Beatriz, López-Abente Gonzalo
Primary Institution: Health Technology Assessment Unit, Laín Entralgo Agency, Madrid Regional Health Council, Spain
Hypothesis
The study aims to ascertain the burden of disease due to cancer in Spain via the calculation of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs).
Conclusion
Lung, colorectal, and breast cancers are responsible for the highest number of DALYs in Spain, with mortality predominating over disability.
Supporting Evidence
- There were 828,997 DALYs due to cancer in Spain in 2000.
- 61% of the DALYs were in men.
- Mortality accounted for 84% of the DALYs.
- Patients aged over 70 years accounted for 30.1% of DALYs.
- Lung, colorectal, and breast cancers accounted for 51% of the total DALYs.
Takeaway
This study looks at how much cancer affects people's health in Spain by counting the years lost due to illness and death.
Methodology
The study calculated DALYs by summing years of life lost due to premature mortality and years lost due to disability, using various data sources and WHO methodology.
Potential Biases
Potential biases may arise from the estimation of disability weights and the limited coverage of cancer registries.
Limitations
The study's estimates may be affected by the lack of comprehensive cancer registries and the assumptions made in the disease model.
Participant Demographics
The study includes data on the Spanish population, with a focus on cancer burden across different age groups and sexes.
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