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The allostatic load index is used as a predictive tool for long-term health risks in breast cancer patients as described in [1], and research indicates that breast cancer survivors exhibit higher levels of this index compared to those without a cancer history, as noted in [2] and [3].
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claimThe allostatic load index, calculated by summing high-risk physiological biomarkers including systolic and diastolic blood pressure, BMI, fasting glucose, total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, and CRP, was found to be elevated in black breast cancer survivors compared to black women without a cancer history.
claimBlack breast cancer survivors exhibit an elevated allostatic load index compared to black women without a cancer history, suggesting a potential link between allostatic load and long-term prognosis in this population.
claimA study demonstrated the potential utility of the allostatic load index in predicting long-term health risks among breast cancer patients.