Intestinal Iron Homeostasis and Colon Tumorigenesis
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cause of cancer-related deaths in industrialized countries. Understanding the mechanisms of growth and progression of CRC is essential to improve treatment. Iron is an essential nutrient for cell growth. Iron overload caused by hereditary mutations or...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2013-06-01
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| Series: | Nutrients |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/5/7/2333 |