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The relationship between visceral obesity and colorectal cancer
Abstract
SUMMARY The prevalence of obesity continues to rise globally and physicians and healthcare systems have to prepare for rising rates of obesity-associated disease. Aside from cardiovascular disease and diabetes, recent evidence suggests a strong association between obesity and the development of cancer, including colorectal cancer. Using BMI as a marker for obesity, excess body fat is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer;...
Paper Details
Title
The relationship between visceral obesity and colorectal cancer
Published Date
Jun 1, 2013
Journal
Volume
2
Issue
3
Pages
265 - 275
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