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Genetic and Molecular Abnormalities in Tumors of the Bone and Soft Tissues
1 May 2001
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BACKGROUND: Malignant transformation requires the accumulation of multiple genetic alterations such as chromosomal abnormalities, oncogene activation, loss of tumor suppressor genes, or abnormalities in genes that control DNA repair and genomic instability. Sarcomas are a heterogeneous group of malignant mesenchymal tumors of difficult histologic classification and strong genetic predisposition. This article...
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