The National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP) operates population-based cancer registries. According to NCRP data, which cancer site has the highest age-standardised incidence rate (ASR) among men in India?
- A Lip and oral cavity cancer ✓
- B Lung cancer
- C Prostate cancer
- D Stomach cancer
Correct answer: A. Lip and oral cavity cancer
Explanation
India differs from Western countries in the pattern of cancer burden. In Indian men, lip and oral cavity (including tongue, buccal mucosa, hard palate) represents the most common cancer site by incidence in many registries, driven by widespread tobacco chewing (gutka, paan masala, betel quid). Lung cancer ranks second. Prostate cancer dominates in Western males but has low incidence in India. Stomach cancer is more prevalent in South India and North-East India registries.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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