Analyzing the Relationship Between the Microbiome and Breast Cancer
Author Information
Author(s): Zhou Yi, Jiang Min, Li Xiaoyu, Shen Ke, Zong Hui, Lv Qing, Shen Bairong
Primary Institution: West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Sichuan, China
Hypothesis
What is the impact of the human microbiome on breast cancer development and treatment?
Conclusion
The study reveals a growing body of research indicating that the gut microbiome composition is linked to breast cancer progression and treatment outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- Research shows that the gut microbiome differs between breast cancer patients and healthy individuals.
- Animal studies indicate that changes in gut microbiome can influence breast tumor growth.
- Keyword analysis highlights a shift towards anti-tumor therapies and personalized medicine in current research.
Takeaway
This study looks at how tiny germs in our bodies might affect breast cancer, showing that they can change how the disease develops and how well treatments work.
Methodology
The study conducted a bibliometric analysis of 736 publications from the Web of Science Core Collection, focusing on trends and contributions in microbiome and breast cancer research.
Potential Biases
The study may be biased towards English-language publications and those indexed in the WoSCC.
Limitations
The analysis is limited to publications in the WoSCC, potentially excluding relevant studies from other databases and non-English publications.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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