Ethnic-specific associations between body mass index and gastric cancer: a Mendelian randomization study in European and Korean populations

ConclusionWhile MR analysis suggests a linear association between BMI and GC in those of European ancestry, nonlinear MR hints at a U-shaped association in Koreans. This suggests the association between BMI and GC risk may vary according to ethnic ancestry.
Source: Gastric Cancer - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research