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Genetic and hormonal risk factors in breast cancer.
Journal of the National Cancer Institute - 19 Jul 2000
Martin A M, Weber B L
Abstract excerpt
Breast cancer poses a serious public health problem, and it is hoped that identification of genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the development of breast cancer will enhance prevention efforts. Two breast cancer susceptibility genes (BRCA1 and BRCA2) have been identified, and germline mutations in these genes are thought to account for between 5% and 10% of all breast cancer cases. Current...
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