Metabolic syndrome and the risk of colorectal cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionsMetS was significantly associated with a higher risk of colorectal cancer. The high BMI/WC or hyperglycemia might largely account for this association. Further analysis suggested that, as the number of MetS components increased, the risk of colorectal cancer rose.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research
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