The Role of Obesity in the Etiology and Carcinogenesis of Endometrial Cancer
Alina-Gabriela Marin,
Alexandru Filipescu,
Aida Petca
Abstract:Endometrial cancer, the most common gynecological malignancy, presents a complex public health challenge. While its incidence rises alongside the obesity epidemic, a well-established risk factor for endometrial cancer development, the impact of obesity on survival after diagnosis remains unclear. This review aims to explore the complex relationship between obesity and endometrial cancer’s development and survival rates, examining evidence from both epidemiological and clinical studies. It also aims to explore … Show more
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