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An Orthotopic Murine Model of Human Prostate Cancer Metastasis
Published on: September 18, 2013
Diet and prostate cancer prevention
1Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Elm and Carlton Streets, Buffalo, NY 14263, USA. james.marshall@roswellpark.org
World Journal of Urology
|January 18, 2012
Summary
Dietary patterns may influence prostate cancer risk and outcomes. While evidence is inconsistent, plant-rich diets show promise in reducing aggressive prostate cancer risk, warranting further dietary intervention trials.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Nutritional Science
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Prostate cancer is a significant health concern globally.
- Dietary factors are increasingly recognized for their potential role in cancer development and progression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize current human evidence linking diet to prostate cancer risk and outcomes.
- To critically evaluate the strength and consistency of this evidence.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of major case-control and cohort studies.
- Inclusion of experimental trials investigating dietary effects on prostate cancer.
Main Results:
- Inconsistent findings across non-experimental studies regarding diet and prostate cancer.
- Limited evidence suggests plant-based diets may decrease the risk of prostate cancer, particularly aggressive forms.
Conclusions:
- Existing epidemiological data support the need for dietary intervention studies.
- Targeted dietary interventions may benefit individuals at high risk for prostate cancer.
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