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Cigarette smoking and liver cancer risk: an evaluation based on a systematic review of epidemiologic evidence among the Japanese population.
Cigarette smoking may elevate liver cancer risk.
This study examined the effect of cigarette smoking on liver cancer risk in Japanese men and women. Researchers conducted a meticulous meta-analysis on data and evidence obtained from 23 published studies. They found a high incidence of liver cancer among cigarette smokers. The findings of this meta-analysis show that cigarette smoking may increase the likelihood of developing liver cancer.
Research Summary Information
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2006
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Tanaka K, Tsuji I, Wakai K, Nagata C, Mizoue T, Inoue M, Tsugane S; Research Group for the Development and Evaluation of Cancer Prevention Strategies in Japan.
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Department of Preventive Medicine, Saga University, Japan. tanakake@post.saga-med.ac.jp
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Yes, Free full text of study was found:
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No. Source of funding disclosure not found
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No. Potential conflicts disclosure not found
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