[Cancer genetic counseling as it pertains to gynaecologic oncology: general considerations in hereditary tumors].

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One of the most remarkable discoveries during the last two decades is that cancer is a genetic disease, which develops in a stepwise fashion including many gene mutations. The nature of hereditary tumours has also been elucidated, with recognised inherited germline gene mutations predisposing cancer development. These are called cancer susceptibility gene mutations and mostly involve tumour suppressor genes,...

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