Malignant Mesothelioma in Cappadocia: Data from Eight Regional Hospitals

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Aral I. P., BEŞİROĞLU M., Arslan S. A.

ISTANBUL MEDICAL JOURNAL, vol.21, no.5, pp.337-343, 2020 (ESCI) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 21 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2020
  • Doi Number: 10.4274/imj.galenos.2020.58259
  • Journal Name: ISTANBUL MEDICAL JOURNAL
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.337-343
  • Bezmialem Vakıf University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Introduction: This study aimed to describe the current situation of malignant mesothelioma (MM) by examining data from 8 state hospitals in Cappadocia, where one of the most serious mesothelioma endemics is observed. Recently, no assessment of this endemic has been conducted in Cappadocia. Therefore, this study aimed to provide up-to-date information regarding the current situation.