These statistics show a significant number of female cancers worldwide, and because of that our efforts in early detection (screening), prevention, and treatment are crucial to reduce both incidence and mortality rates.
Breast cancer and cervical and ovarian cancers are the leading female cancers in the world.
2.3 million new cases were diagnosed in 2020 making breast cancer the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. In the same year, breast cancer led to about 685,000 deaths globally. It is on average 1876 women per day. 1/3 of women diagnosed with breast cancer will survive. The incidence of cervical cancer in 2020 was 604,000 new cases. And in the same year, cervical cancer caused approximately 342,000 deaths worldwide. It is a little less than 1000 women per day. Half of women diagnosed with cervical cancer will survive.
There were approximately 313,000 new cases of ovarian cancer worldwide in 2020. Ovarian cancer led to about 207,000 deaths globally in 2020. If we compare the death rate of all these 3 types of cancer, we can see that more than half of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer will die. It is much higher than in the case of breast cancer and cervical cancer. It is due to the reason that ovarian cancer does not have specific symptoms at its early stage. The symptoms of ovarian cancer can mimic any other medical problems. It can be confused with irritable bowel syndrome (bloating), urinary disturbances, and many others. Another problem is that it is impossible to diagnose ovarian cancer at its early stage on USG and even on MRI.
In this regard, it is very important to be in close touch with a Specialist Gynecologist and to undergo annual check-ups. In case of the presence of risk factors be thorough and have appropriate ovarian cancer screening.