Sequelae of Adiposity in the Etiology of Colorectal Neoplasia (2003)

Sequelae of Adiposity in the Etiology of Colorectal Neoplasia

obesity, adenomatous polyps, cell inflammation

The Johns Hopkins University

Maryland

Elizabeth A Platz

Project Description:

Dr. Platz investigated whether obesity can influence the development of adenomatous polyps and colon cancer as a result of cell inflammation.

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