Obesity, comorbidities, and treatment selection in Black and White women with early breast cancer.

Kirsten A NyropEmily M DamoneAllison M DealLisa A CareyMichael LorentsenShlomit S ShacharGrant R WilliamsAddison Tucker BrenizerAmy WhelessHyman B Muss

Published in: Cancer (2020)

This study documents significant disparities between Black and White women with early breast cancer with regard to high rates of obesity, overall comorbidities, and obesity-related comorbidities, and it highlights the prevalence of competing risks that may complicate outcomes in breast cancer.

Keyphrases

early breast cancer
insulin resistance
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
high fat diet induced
type diabetes
weight gain
risk factors
healthcare
skeletal muscle
body mass index
climate change
glycemic control