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The multifactorial effect of obesity on the effectiveness and outcomes of cancer therapies

This Review outlines the influence of obesity on cancer treatment effectiveness and associated toxicities, and explores the complex issues that link obesity with outcomes for patients with cancer.

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Islet biology

The endocrine pancreas is composed of clusters of cells, or islets, which secrete endocrine factors important for systemic metabolism, including insulin and glucagon.
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