Stefano Sole
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Stefano Sole has a total of 13 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Angela Stufano
Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
1 shared publication - Antonio Caputi
Section of Occupational Medicine, Interdisciplinary Department of Medicine, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
1 shared publication - Domenica Cavone
Section of Occupational Medicine ‘B. Ramazzini’, Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, Regional Operating Center of Puglia (COR Puglia) University of Bari Bari Italy
1 shared publication - Floriana Pentimone
Section of Occupational Medicine ‘B. Ramazzini’, Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, Regional Operating Center of Puglia (COR Puglia) University of Bari Bari Italy
1 shared publication - Gianfranco Sifanno
Interdisciplinary Department of Medicine, University of Bari, Piazza G. Cesare, 11, 70124 Bari, Italy
1 shared publication - Gianmarco Giannelli
Interdisciplinary Department of Medicine, University of Bari, 70124 Bari, Italy
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
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Standardized Mortality Ratios (SMRs) and Radon Exposure Analysis for Lung Cancer and All-Cause Mortality in Locorotondo, Southern Italy
Background and Objectives: Radon is a known risk factor for lung cancer, and residential radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer in never smokers; however, in Italy, there is still a lack of public awareness regarding the risk caused by residential radon exposure. In this mortality study, which was carried out in an Italian Apulian town (Locorotondo) of the Bari province, we aimed to analyze lung cancer mortality and all-cause mortality in a population highly exposed to radon. Materials and Methods: The study period was 1998–2021. Local and Italian population and national mortality data were collected from the Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) website platform. Local mortality data were collected using copies of the Local Health Authority death certificates. Results: We identified 117 lung cancers in the studied period. The mortality data trends revealed a decrease in the all-causes standardized mortality ratios (SMRs), increases in the incidence rates of lung cancer and colorectal cancer in recent years, and a decrease in the incidence of noncancer diseases. We also found high SMRs for colorectal cancer until 2016 among older females. With respect to the cardio-circulatory system, only in 2014 did the male SMRs significantly influence the total SMR; after this period, a decreasing stable trend was observed. Conclusions: The natural balance of the population is decreasing, and mortality is decreasing for all causes. A future study will be needed to assess the associations between observed lung cancer cases and domestic radon exposure to drive radon mitigation and public health strategies.
Open AccessStandardized Mortality Ratios (SMRs) and Radon Exposure Analysis for Lung Cancer and All-Cause Mortality in Locorotondo, Southern Italy
Background and Objectives: Radon is a known risk factor for lung cancer, and residential radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer in never smokers; however, in Italy, there is still a lack of public awareness regarding the risk caused by residential radon exposure. In this mortality study, which was carried out in an Italian Apulian town (Locorotondo) of the Bari province, we aimed to analyze lung cancer mortality and all-cause mortality in a population highly exposed to radon. Materials and Methods: The study period was 1998–2021. Local and Italian population and national mortality data were collected from the Italian National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) website platform. Local mortality data were collected using copies of the Local Health Authority death certificates. Results: We identified 117 lung cancers in the studied period. The mortality data trends revealed a decrease in the all-causes standardized mortality ratios (SMRs), increases in the incidence rates of lung cancer and colorectal cancer in recent years, and a decrease in the incidence of noncancer diseases. We also found high SMRs for colorectal cancer until 2016 among older females. With respect to the cardio-circulatory system, only in 2014 did the male SMRs significantly influence the total SMR; after this period, a decreasing stable trend was observed. Conclusions: The natural balance of the population is decreasing, and mortality is decreasing for all causes. A future study will be needed to assess the associations between observed lung cancer cases and domestic radon exposure to drive radon mitigation and public health strategies.