Possible link between SSRIs and breast and ovarian cancer

Friday 6 May 2011

A meta-analysis shows a possible link between use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. The meta-analysis looked at 35 preclinical and 26 epidemiologic studies. However, experts cautioned female SSRI users that the study has limitations. Read more on Medscape


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