Body mass index and risk of upper gastrointestinal cancer: A 30-year follow-up of the Linxian dysplasia nutrition intervention trial cohort
ConclusionOverweight/obesity was associated with decreased risk of ESCC in this dysplasia population, particularly in women and persons who had a family history of cancer. Future studies are needed to confirm these findings.
Source: Cancer Epidemiology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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