Ann Acad Med Singap
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Ann Acad Med Singap · Jul 2024
Meta AnalysisAssociation between alcohol flushing syndrome and cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Alcohol flushing syndrome (AFS) is experienced by up to 46% of East Asians. This study aimed to review the risk of cancers in AFS patients, elucidate an exposure-response relationship, and understand risk associated with alcohol intake and cancer. ⋯ AFS is associated with an increased risk of all cancers, particularly esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and gastric adenocarcinoma.