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Breast Cancer
Scientists at Kuwait University, Medical Department publish research in breast cancer
November 27th, 2008
"Mammography breast density (MBD) is a well-established and strong, predictive risk factor for breast cancer. Bone mineral density (BMD) is another predictor of breast cancer risk in women," scientists in Kuwait report. "Both MBD and BMD are linked to a common pathway. which involves estrogens, and are highly heritable. This study evaluated the relationship between MBD and hip and spine BMD in Kuwaiti Women. Mammograms and BMD data of 248 women were studied. BMD was measured at total lumbar spine (L1-L4) and total left hip using, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. The women were classified into 3 groups: normal, osteopenia, and osteoporosis by their BMD, using, the World...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-11-27)
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