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Erratum to: Overexpression of Cks1 is associated with poor survival by inhibiting apoptosis in breast cancer
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Overexpression of Cks1 is associated with poor survival by inhibiting apoptosis in breast cancer
The present study was undertaken to examine the amplification and expression status of Cks1 in breast cancer and its significance.
