Statins 'could treat prostate cancer': Drugs starve stubborn tumours, trial finds

Statins 'could treat prostate cancer': Drugs starve stubborn tumours, trial finds Statins could help thousands of men battling stubborn prostate cancer, research suggested today.

The cholesterol-busting pills — taken by millions across the world — were shown to starve tumours in a 'first of its kind' trial. 

All but one of the 12 patients given the medication saw a clear benefit, the results revealed. The Daily Mail

See also:

• Phase II proof-of-concept study of atorvastatin in castration-resistant prostate cancer (open access) BJU International