Our review identified only a few studies exploring the impact of cancer in elderly populations. As described, the major causes of cancer
death include lung, prostate, and gastric cancers, which have the highest incidence in elderly populations. However, our bibliometric
analysis of research output from Mexico (1989–2012) reveals that despite the significant burden caused by these cancer sites, there is
insufficient research reported in these cancer domains, which could have a direct impact on patient outcomes