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RET germline mutation in codon 791 in a family representing 3 generations from age 5 to age 70 years: should thyroidectomy be performed?
Endocrine practice : official journal of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists - 1 Jan 2000
Brauer Volker F H, Scholz Gerhard H, Neumann Susanne, Lohmann Tobias, Paschke Ralf, Koch Christian A
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OBJECTIVE: To describe a kindred with a rare RET germline mutation in codon 791 and discuss potential management strategies. METHODS: We present clinical and biochemical data as well as results of mutation analysis in our study subjects and provide an overview of related published reports. RESULTS: Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN 2) is a familial cancer syndrome characterized by the development of...
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