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P Touré

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PubMed1984

[Epidemiology of primary cancer of the liver in Senegal].

Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common malignant tumour in Senegal, the incidence being estimated at 22.3 per 100 000 among men and 8.3 per 100 000 among women. This estimate was made on the basis of a series of 228 cases registered between 1969 and 1971 at the Pathological Anatomy Laboratories in Dakar. The ethnic distribution of these cases indicates a clear predominance among Sudano-Sahelian groups (Wolofs and Sérers) in comparison with groups of mixed race (Peulhs) or of Berber origin (Moors). This difference holds true even when the different ethnic groups live in the same region, as in the valley of the Senegal River. An epidemiological study indicates a hepatitis viral etiology. The prevention of hepatitis B is described and the results given of a vaccination programme in Senegal.

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PubMed1984

[Cytological detection of lesions of the uterine cervix: results of a campaign in Senegal].

The authors have analysed the results of 5131 Papanicolaou tests carried out in Senegal between November 1980 and July 1983. They emphasize the importance of classes II and III, which correspond to lesions that can be treated so as to ensure prevention of cervical cancer. The classical etiopathogenic factors of this type of cancer are studied, and results obtained from a group tested systematically are compared with those of a group that were tested only at the time of a gynaecological examination for another purpose. This comparison demonstrated the usefulness of systematic screening. The authors propose a scheme for organizing the prevention and screening of this type of cancer at the subregional level in Africa.

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