Weight loss surgery tied to colon cancer risk

[riky]

Weight loss surgery tied to colon cancer risk

By Kerry Grens NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Obesity is already linked to a higher risk of colon or rectal cancer, but a new study suggests this risk is even greater for obese people who have undergone weight-loss surgery. Based on a study of more than 77,000 obese patients, Swedish and English researchers found the risk for colorectal cancer among those who have had obesity surgery is double that of the general population. ...

Source: You are not allowed to view links. Register or Login