Risk of cancer among patients with depressive disorder: a meta‐analysis and implications

ConclusionOur results did not demonstrate that people with depressive disorder are at increased risk for developing cancer. Well‐designed prospective studies of recurrent or persistent depressive disorder that control for lifestyle factors including smoking are warranted. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - January 1, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Hee Kyung Ahn, Jeong Hun Bae, Hong Yup Ahn, In Cheol Hwang Tags: Review Article Source Type: research