Racial and ethnic differences in gastric cancer by stage of diagnosis in the United States (2009-2019)

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate racial and ethnic disparities in the stage of gastric cancer at diagnosis in the United States.
• Analyzed gastric cancer data from 2009 to 2019 in various populations.
• Compared rates of advanced-stage non-cardia gastric cancer among different racial and ethnic groups.
• Investigated factors contributing to disparities in early detection.
• Significant disparities observed in rates of advanced-stage non-cardia gastric cancer.
• Higher rates of late diagnosis noted in specific racial and ethnic populations.
• Findings suggest a need for targeted early detection strategies.