Lung Cancer: The Role Of Risk Factors Depends On The ABO Blood Group
June 27th, 2007
Tobacco smoking is the uncontested number one risk factor for lung cancer in men. Despite this, not all smokers develop this type of cancer. There may be several reasons for this, including genetics and lifestyle factors other than smoking. In addition to smoking, occupational exposure to inorganic dust and asbestos, dietary factors and alcohol intake have been linked to risk of lung cancer.