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Toxic elements as biomarkers for breast cancer

What is it about?

Breast cancer (BC) is responsible for a large proportion of incidence of cancer in the world. Several studies have examined Arsenic (As), Cadmium (Cd), and Nickel (Ni) as risk factors for BC. The present study aimed at studying the link between As, Cd, and Ni concentrations and breast cancer by using a meta-analysis.

Why is it important?

Breast cancer contributes to a substantial proportion of the global cancer burden; it is the most prevalent cancer among women with a growth rate of 2% and more than 1 million new cases every year. Various studies have established the relationship between exposure to metallic compounds and the risk of developing breast cancer. Toxic metals are known risk factors for a variety of cancers.

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Leila Jouybari, Akram Sanagoo, and fatemeh sayehmiri
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