An Investigate Study on the Risk Factors of Breast Cancer in Oran, Algeria
Nadia BOUREDJA *
Department of Living and Environment, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed BOUDIAF, Oran, Algeria.
Amina Cherifa BRAHIM
Department of Living and Environment, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed BOUDIAF, Oran, Algeria.
ROUABHI Meriem
Department of Living and Environment, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed BOUDIAF, Oran, Algeria.
MARFIA Bouchra
Department of Living and Environment, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed BOUDIAF, Oran, Algeria.
MAZOUDJ Khadidja
Department of Living and Environment, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed BOUDIAF, Oran, Algeria.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Background: In Algeria, breast cancer, the leading cause of cancer death among women, is showing a worrying trend. With its steady increase, it now constitutes a crucial public health issue, requiring prevention and management approaches that consider local specificities.
Aims: Recent studies show that the risk factors for breast cancer are not well known by patients and even by some healthcare professionals. This study aims to determine the key factors likely to affect the disease.
Place and Duration of Study: The study involved patients consulting at the medical oncology department of the university hospital (CHU), Our study took place over a period from 04/03/2025 to 04/04/2025.
Methodology: Our work is a survey aimed at determining risk factors in the breast cancer population. The survey was conducted using a questionnaire administered to 257 breast cancer patients treated at the University Hospital of Oran.
Results: Among breast cancer patients, the major risk factors identified include obesity (34%), radiation exposure (31%), the use of deodorants and antiperspirants (64%), and a sedentary lifestyle, with only a third of women engaging in regular physical activity. In the sample studied, 7% of patients use hormone replacement therapy for menopause, while alcohol and tobacco use were nonexistent. This information reinforces the importance of a preventive approach tailored to the local sociocultural context.
Conclusion: The results of the acquired risk factors constitute a valuable source of information and show promise for further research.
Keywords: Breast cancer, risk factor, survey, Oran University Hospital