Uncovering Mitochondrial Determinants of Racial Disparities in Ovarian Cancer.

ABSTRACT: Ovarian cancer (OC) incidence and mortality rates differ between racial groups. Mitochondrial genetic factors are now emerging as determinants of racial disparities in OC. A comprehensive understanding of the role of mitochondria in OC health disparities will help in developing novel therapeutic strategies targeting mitochondria to reduce or eliminate racial health disparities.

SUBMITTER: Shukla P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9375692 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature