The Influence of Phytoestrogens and Estrogen on Colon Cancer in Estrogen Receptor Knockout Mice (2000)

Title:

The Influence of Phytoestrogens and Estrogen on Colon Cancer in Estrogen Receptor Knockout Mice

Key words:

phytoestrogens, conjugated estrogens

Research Institution:

University of Missouri, Columbia

Location:

Missouri

Researcher:

Ruth S MacDonald

Project Description:

Dr. MacDonald investigated the response of mice lacking estrogen receptors to treatment with phyto- and conjugated estrogens, along with injections of a colon carcinogen.

Cancer Site(s)

Colon/Rectum

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