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Genetic alteration of p53, but not overexpression of intratumoral p53 protein, or serum p53 antibody is a prognostic factor in sporadic colorectal adenocarcinoma.
International journal of oncology - 1 Jan 2005
Chang Shih-Ching, Lin Jen-Kou, Lin Tzu-Chen, Liang Wen-Yih
Abstract excerpt
Mutation of p53 is a common event in colorectal cancer and can result in cellular accumulation of p53 protein and induction of p53 antibodies. We investigated the association of colorectal cancer with alterations in p53 DNA, protein and serum antibody levels to determine their prognostic value in colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer patients (n=167) who underwent surgery in Taipei Veterans General Hospital from...
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