Prognostic role of body mass index is different according to menopausal status and tumor subtype in breast cancer patients

ConclusionsThe impact of BMI on breast cancer outcome was dependent on tumor subtype and menopausal status. In HR(+)HER2( –) patients, underweight and obesity had a negative prognostic role in pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women, respectively. These findings in Asian population should be further evaluated and compared in Western population.
Source: Breast Cancer Research and Treatment - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research