Migraine History Linked to Higher Hidden Cancer Risk

Research Summary

A recent study published in Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis explored the link between venous thromboembolism (VTE) and cancer risk in individuals with a history of migraine. Using Danish health registry data, researchers followed 7,131 patients diagnosed with both VTE and migraine from 1996 to 2022. Within the first year, the cumulative cancer risk was 4.4%, with lung, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers occurring most frequently, yielding a standardized incidence ratio (SIR) of 4.28. Over a longer term, the cumulative risk increased to 15.6% with an SIR of 1.15. These results suggest VTE may signal hidden cancer, especially within the first year.

Study Details

📄 Title: Venous thromboembolism and cancer risk in patients with a history of migraine: a population-based cohort study.

👥 Research Team: Rosenkrantz O et al.

📚 Published In: Res Pract Thromb Haemost

📅 Publication Date: 2025 Oct

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.