The lancet oncology
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Lancet Oncol.
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The lancet oncology · Apr 2011
A 3'-untranslated region KRAS variant and triple-negative breast cancer: a case-control and genetic analysis.
We previously identified a functional variant in a let-7 microRNA (miRNA) complementary site in the 3'-untranslated region of the KRAS oncogene (rs61764370) which is associated with cancer. We aimed to investigate the association of this KRAS variant with breast cancer and tumour biology. ⋯ US National Institutes of Health.
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The lancet oncology · Apr 2011
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative StudyColonic stenting versus emergency surgery for acute left-sided malignant colonic obstruction: a multicentre randomised trial.
Colonic stenting as a bridge to elective surgery is an alternative for emergency surgery in patients with acute malignant colonic obstruction, but its benefits are uncertain. We aimed to establish whether colonic stenting has better health outcomes than does emergency surgery. ⋯ None.