Absolute lymphocyte count is associated with survival in ovarian cancer independent of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes

Absolute lymphocyte count is associated with survival in ovarian cancer independent of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The immune system strongly influences outcome in patients with ovarian cancer. In particular, the absolute lymphocyte count in peripheral blood (ALC) and the presence of tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) have each been associated...

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Main Authors: Milne Katy, Alexander Cheryl, Webb John R, Sun Winnie, Dillon Kristy, Kalloger Steve E, Gilks C Blake, Clarke Blaise, Köbel Martin, Nelson Brad H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-02-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
Subjects:
Ovarian cancer
Tumor infiltrating lymphocytes
Prognosis
Tumor immunology
Online Access:http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/10/1/33

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http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/10/1/33

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