Incidencia del cáncer pulmonar en pacientes jóvenes de 20-39 años internados en el Hospital Teodoro Maldonado Carbo en el período 2019-2023.

Abstract

Introduction: Lung cancer is considered one of the leading causes of death worldwide, affecting both men and women. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the incidence of lung cancer has increased among young people, despite it being primarily associated with adults and the elderly. Objective: To determine the incidence of lung cancer in young patients aged 20 to 39 years admitted to the Hospital Teodoro Maldonado Carbo during the period 2019-2023. Design and Methodology: This study will be descriptive, retrospective, and cross-sectional, including 105 patients diagnosed with primary lung cancer. Variables such as age, sex, anatomical distribution, and histological subtypes were analyzed. Results: The results indicated an incidence of 11.25 cases per 1,000 people at risk. This represents a high incidence rate in this age group, which is alarming since medical literature suggests that this age group is not usually affected by this condition. Conclusion: The analysis conducted at Hospital Teodoro Maldonado Carbo reveals a high incidence of primary lung cancer in the young population of Ecuador. This study has shown that lung cancer is a significant concern in this age group, with a notably high prevalence compared to other regions.