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Influences on circulating oestrogens in postmenopausal women: relationship with breast cancer.
The Journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology - 1 Feb 2007
Kendall Anne, Folkerd Elizabeth J, Dowsett Mitch
Abstract excerpt
Sex hormones are intrinsically linked to the development and treatment of the majority of breast cancers. High oestradiol levels are associated with elevated breast cancer risk in the postmenopausal setting and are given increasing importance in determining chemoprevention target groups. This review aims to evaluate the impact of various lifestyle factors including body mass index, diet, smoking, and alcohol on...
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