Objective: This review and meta-analysis aims to assess suicide rates among cancer patients by sex, race, and marital status. Cancer impacts psychological, emotional, and financial aspects of daily life, increasing stress and suicide risk. Some socio-demographic determinants appear to be influential in determining the risk of suicide.
Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis was carried following PRISMA and MOOSE guidelines, using Embase, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases.
Results: Nine studies were included. High heterogeneity was observed (P<0.001; I² = 98.1%). No significant difference in suicide rates between male and female patients. Significant differences in suicide incidences were found across races, except between Unknown and White races. Black patients had the highest suicide rates. Unmarried patients had the highest suicide probabilities.
Conclusions: Focusing on sociodemographic features is crucial for effective suicide prevention among cancer patients. sex, race, and marital status are socio-demographic variables that may contribute to the overall risk
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