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Anthropometric Characteristics and Risk of Uterine Leiomyoma

Authors :
Terry, Kathryn L.
De Vivo, Immaculata
Hankinson, Susan E.
Spiegelman, Donna
Wise, Lauren A.
Missmer, Stacey A.
Source :
Epidemiology; November 2007, Vol. 18 Issue: 6 p758-763, 6p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The etiology of uterine leiomyoma (or fibroids) is poorly understood. Sex steroid hormones and growth factors have been hypothesized to play a role in their development, and anthropometric characteristics may influence uterine leiomyoma risk.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10443983 and 15315487
Volume :
18
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Epidemiology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs48712867
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/EDE.0b013e3181567eed