Breastfeeding and Childhood Leukaemia Risk
Author Information
Author(s): Kwan M L, Buffler P A, Wiemels J L, Metayer C, Selvin S, Ducore J M, Block G
Primary Institution: University of California, Berkeley
Hypothesis
Does breastfeeding protect against childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)?
Conclusion
This study found no evidence that breastfeeding affects the occurrence of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.
Supporting Evidence
- Breastfeeding initiation was not associated with ALL risk.
- Duration of breastfeeding showed no significant effect on ALL risk.
- Complimentary feeding characteristics did not impact the risk of ALL.
Takeaway
The study looked at whether breastfeeding helps prevent a type of cancer in kids, and it found that breastfeeding doesn't seem to make a difference.
Methodology
Data was collected through questionnaires from mothers of leukaemia cases and matched with controls based on various factors.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to mothers of cases possibly recalling breastfeeding differently than mothers of controls.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported data, which may introduce recall bias.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 38% Hispanic, 50% non-Hispanic white, 3% non-Hispanic black, and 9% other.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.99
Confidence Interval
0.64–1.55
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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