How Lifetime Weight Patterns Influence Kidney Cancer Risk
Source: Medscape
Lifetime excess body weight and significant weight gain in adulthood are associated with an increased risk for renal cell carcinoma, while weight loss is linked to a lower risk.
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A higher body mass index (BMI) across all ages as well as significant weight gain during adulthood were associated with a greater risk for renal cell carcinoma, while a BMI reduction of 10% or more in adulthood, especially after age 50 years… [3355 chars]