Prognostic role of body mass index is different according to menopausal status and tumor subtype in breast cancer patients.

Jung Youn KimDae-Won LeeKyung-Hun LeeAhrum MinHan Suk RyuHan-Byoel LeeHyeong-Gon MoonTae-Yong KimSae-Won HanDo-Youn OhWonshik HanIn Ae ParkDong-Young NohSeock-Ah ImSukil Kim

Published in: Breast cancer research and treatment (2019)

The impact of BMI on breast cancer outcome was dependent on tumor subtype and menopausal status. In HR(+)HER2(-) patients, underweight and obesity had a negative prognostic role in pre-menopausal and post-menopausal women, respectively. These findings in Asian population should be further evaluated and compared in Western population.

Keyphrases

body mass index
weight gain
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
metabolic syndrome
type diabetes
insulin resistance
physical activity
south africa
polycystic ovary syndrome
pregnant women
patient reported outcomes
breast cancer risk