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Allostatic Load in Cancer: A Systematic Review and Mini Meta-Analysis.

Asha MathewArdith Z DoorenbosHongjin LiMin Kyeong JangChang Gi ParkUlf Gunnar Bronas
Published in: Biological research for nursing (2020)
This review reveals heterogeneity in operationalization of AL in cancer research and lack of clarity regarding causal direction between AL and cancer. Nevertheless, AL holds a significant promise in cancer research and practice. AL could be included as a screening tool for high-risk individuals or a health outcome in cancer. Optimal standardized approaches to measure AL would improve its clinical utility.
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