The Influence of Omega-6 to Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ratios on the Relationship Between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Pancreatic Cancer Risk: Insights from a Two-Step Mediation Mendelian Randomization Analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

The Influence of Omega-6 to Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ratios on the Relationship Between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Pancreatic Cancer Risk: Insights from a Two-Step Mediation Mendelian Randomization Analysis

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  • Jiqi Ouyang

  • Runshun Zhang

  • Wenliang Lv

  • Yanping Lu

  • December 23, 2025

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    Pancreatic cancer incidence has risen globally, with approximately 510,000 new cases diagnosed in 2022, making it a significant health threat.

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    Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is prevalent worldwide and may increase the risk of various cancers, including pancreatic cancer, though evidence is mixed.

  • 3

    Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play a role in cancer risk, with imbalances potentially leading to gastrointestinal dysbiosis and inflammation.

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    This study utilized a two-step Mendelian randomization approach to explore the causal relationship between GERD, fatty acid ratios, and pancreatic cancer risk.

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    Findings from this research may clarify the mediating effects of omega-6 to omega-3 ratios in the relationship between GERD and pancreatic cancer.

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The Influence of Omega-6 to Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ratios on the Relationship Between Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Pancreatic Cancer Risk: Insights from a Two-Step Mediation Mendelian Randomization Analysis

  • by Jiqi Ouyang, Runshun Zhang, Wenliang Lv, Yanping Lu

  • December 23, 2025

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