Effects of metabolic syndrome on the prevalence of prostate cancer: historical cohort study using the national health insurance service database

ConclusionMetS and its components, especially decreased HDL-cholesterol levels and central obesity, were related to the increased prevalence of prostate cancer. Preventing MetS, maintaining high HDL-cholesterol level, and maintaining low waist circumference might be useful ways for decreasing the prevalence of prostate cancer.
Source: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research