Epidemiologic pattern of cancers in Iran; current knowledge and future perspective

Iran is a developing country facing demographic transition. Cancers are among the major non-communicable disorders with remarkable budern on the health-care governing systems. Extended life expectancy of Iranian population, change in living style, as well as promoted diagnostic and treatment methods have resulted into significant malignancies emergence and detection. Understanding the trend of this epidemiologic transition is required for proper allotment of resources. In this manuscript, overall epidemiologic pattern of cancers and their burden transition is reviewed. In addition, more concerning neoplasia (gastrointestinal, breast, thyroid, urologic, and respiratory system cancers) are reviewed in more details.

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Iran, as a developing country, is experiencing demographic transition and a significant burden of cancer. Factors such as increased life expectancy, changing lifestyles, and advancements in diagnostic and treatment methods have lead to a rise in malignancies. Understanding the trend of this epidemiologic transition is vital for proper allocation of resources.