Common patients diagnosed with mucinous adenocarcinoma (MAC) typically fall into older age brackets, though the precise distribution can vary by region.
Age Distribution of Mucinous Adenocarcinoma Patients
The age profile of patients diagnosed with mucinous adenocarcinoma shows distinct patterns depending on geographical location:
- In the United States: A significant majority of patients are in the older age group, with 56.3% of MAC patients being over 65 years old. This indicates that mucinous adenocarcinoma is commonly diagnosed in the elderly population in the USA.
- In China: While a smaller proportion of MAC patients are younger, only 21.4% are under 50 years old. This suggests that the majority (78.6%) of MAC patients in China are 50 years or older.
This data highlights that mucinous adenocarcinoma generally affects older individuals, particularly those aged 65 and above in the United States, and predominantly those aged 50 and above in China.
