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TP53, BRCA1, and BRCA2 tumor suppressor genes are not commonly mutated in survivors of Hodgkin's disease with second primary neoplasms.
Journal of clinical oncology : official journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology - 15 Dec 2003
Nichols Kim E, Heath John A, Friedman Debra, Biegel Jaclyn A, Ganguly Arupa, Mauch Peter, Diller Lisa
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PURPOSE: Despite recognition that second malignant neoplasms (SMNs) contribute significantly to mortality after the successful treatment of Hodgkin's disease (HD), little is known about the molecular events leading to secondary tumors. Factors contributing to second cancer risk include the carcinogenic effects of ionizing radiation and chemotherapy, in combination with possible host susceptibility. To clarify...
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