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Impact of Bariatric Surgery on Cancer Incidence in Severely Obese Adults

This study will examine effects of bariatric surgery on cancer incidence in both men and women who received bariatric surgery between 2005 and 2011 across 4 HCSRN sites. Cases will be followed through 2015 and incidence rates (in particular breast and colorectal) will be compared to a matched set of controls.

Investigator: Caan, Bette

Funder: National Cancer Institute

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