A Genetic Locus Within the FMN1/GREM1 Gene Region Interacts with Body Mass Index in Colorectal Cancer Risk

Significance: This gene-environment interaction analysis revealed a genetic locus in FMN1/GREM1 that interacts with body mass index in colorectal cancer risk, suggesting potential implications for precision prevention strategies.

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