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Gene polymorphisms in childhood ALL
6 Nov 2008
Abstract excerpt
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common malignancy diagnosed in children. Inherited predisposition and exposure to exogenous leukemogenic agents have been investigated as potential risk factors. Current therapy results in 5-year event-free survival exceeding 80% in children in developed countries. Predisposition to ALL and event-free outcome seems to be influenced by polymorphisms on genes involved...
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