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Cancer study pulled for problems

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Summary

Scientists tried to see if blocking a protein called ER-α could stop liver cancer cells from growing, but the study was pulled because of issues

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Surprising Findings

The study was cited 7 times before being retracted

Most retracted studies get few citations, but this one had enough traction to be cited before being pulled

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Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms

Summary

Scientists tried to see if blocking a protein called ER-α could stop liver cancer cells from growing, but the study was pulled because of issues

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Surprising Findings

The study was cited 7 times before being retracted

Most retracted studies get few citations, but this one had enough traction to be cited before being pulled

Practical Takeaways

Always check if a study is retracted before citing it in your work

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Publication

DOI:10.1155/2015/490681

PubMed:26413526