Hand pattern indicates risk of prostate cancer
2011
Comment on Hand Pattern and Prostate Cancer Risk
Commentary
Author Information
Author(s): Cheema M, Sharif A
Primary Institution: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Trust
Conclusion
The authors express concerns about the reliability of self-reported digit ratios in assessing prostate cancer risk.
Supporting Evidence
- Self-reported digit lengths show poor agreement with measured lengths.
- Digits grow as the skeleton matures, affecting the reliability of adult measurements.
Takeaway
The study suggests that the way we measure finger lengths might not be accurate, which could affect the results about prostate cancer risk.
Potential Biases
There is a risk of bias due to the reliance on self-reported data.
Limitations
The study relies on self-reported measurements, which may not be accurate.
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