Rise in Appendix Cancer among Millennials and Generation X
A new study shows a rise in appendix cancer among millennials and Generation X individuals. Researchers call for increased awareness and education about the signs and symptoms of appendix cancer.
Key Points
- Diagnoses of appendix cancer have tripled in the U.S. for people born between 1976 and 1984
- Five-year survival rates for appendix cancer range from 10% to 63%
- There are no standard screening guidelines or risk factors for appendix cancer
Pros
- Increased awareness about appendix cancer
- Research findings can lead to early diagnosis and treatment
Cons
- Low survival rates for appendix cancer