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Lynch syndrome (hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer) diagnostics.
Journal of the National Cancer Institute - 21 Feb 2007
Lagerstedt Robinson Kristina, Liu Tao, Vandrovcova Jana, Halvarsson Britta, Clendenning Mark, Frebourg Thierry, Papadopoulos Nickolas, Kinzler Kenneth W, Vogelstein Bert, Peltomäki Päivi, Kolodner Richard D, Nilbert Mef, Lindblom Annika
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Preventive programs for individuals who have high lifetime risks of colorectal cancer may reduce disease morbidity and mortality. Thus, it is important to identify the factors that are associated with hereditary colorectal cancer and to monitor the effects of tailored surveillance. In particular, patients with Lynch syndrome, hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), have an increased risk to...
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