Article
The genetics of melanoma.
British journal of hospital medicine (London, England : 2005) - 1 Jun 2006
Bishop Julia Newton, Harland Mark, Bishop D Tim
Abstract excerpt
Melanoma is an increasingly common cancer and in order to direct preventative advice at those at risk, an understanding of susceptibility is crucial. This review summarizes what is known about common low-risk genes (such as those controlling red hair) and rare high-risk genes.
Topics
- Family
- Female
- Genes, p16
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Humans
- Male
- Melanoma
- Mutation
- Pedigree
- Penetrance
- Risk Factors
- Skin Neoplasms
- Skin Pigmentation
