Abstract
Pancreatic cancer presents a critical health issue characterized by low survival rates. Identifying risk factors in specific populations, such as those with diabetes, is crucial for early detection and improved outcomes. This study aimed to identify risk factors for pancreatic cancer in diabetic patients using a longitudinal cohort from the Shizuoka Kokuho database, spanning April 2012 to September 2021. Diabetic patients were identified and monitored for the onset of pancreatic cancer. Factors analyzed included age, sex, the Elixhauser comorbidity index, and specific comorbidities. Statistical analyses involved univariate and multivariate Cox proportional hazards regression. The study identified 212,775 as diabetic patients and 1755 developed pancreatic cancer during the period. The annual incidence rate of pancreatic cancer in this group was 166.7 cases per 100,000 person-years. The study identified older age, male sex, a history of liver disease, chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cystic lesions as significant risk factors for pancreatic cancer in diabetic patients. The study also highlighted the absence of a significant association between diabetes type or diabetic complications and the onset of pancreatic cancer. These findings may aid in the early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer in diabetic patients and may inform revisions in screening practices in diabetic patients.
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