Comparison of Serum Leptin Levels among Patients with Benign or Malignant Breast Lesions
Background: Studies have shown that obese individuals are at increased risk of breast cancer development and poorer prognosis. Leptin, an adipose tissue-derived hormone, has pro-inflammatory and proliferative effects and a well-established association with several comorbidities of obesity. This stu...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Kaviani Breast Disease Institute
2015-08-01
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| Series: | Archives of Breast Cancer |
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| Online Access: | https://archbreastcancer.com/index.php/abc/article/view/43 |