Examinando por Autor "Pugo Lucero, Estefanny Michelle"
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Ítem Acceso Abierto Cuidados de enfermería en pacientes con cáncer de estómago(Universidad Católica de Cuenca., 2023) Vivar Lema, Victor Rafael; Pugo Lucero, Estefanny Michelle; Puente Arroyo, Anita del Carmen; 0106819717; 0107340598Abstract: Introduction: Stomach cancer is uncontrolled cell proliferation that affects the stomach’s mucosa and submucosa lining. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer is the leading cause of death in the world and ranks third among cancers with the most people affected. Methodology: A systematized research of literature review was carried out in scientific databases on the web where only articles and web pages with scientific bases were selected; files older than five years were excluded. A total of 127 scientific papers were found, of which 50 were chosen that responded to the answers posed and contained relevant information for the research. Results: Stomach cancer is the third cancer with more deaths worldwide and affects more men. There are several risk factors: inadequate diet, excessive consumption of salt, infections such as Helicobacter pylori, obesity, smoking and alcoholism, family history, over 65 years of age, and exposure to carcinogenic agents. The most effective treatment is chemotherapy and radiotherapy; care is focused on health promotion and prevention. Conclusion: In conclusion, cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world; it is an asymptomatic pathology and is diagnosed at an advanced stage. Associated factors develop multiple complications. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy are the most effective treatments. The nursing staff is vital in providing nursing care to patients with stomach cancer. Keywords: Stomach cancer; risk factors; prevalence of stomach cancer; nursing care; therapeutic action
