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Knowledge about hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer; mutation carriers and physicians at equal levels.

BMC medical genetics - 26 Mar 2009

Domanska Katarina, Carlsson Christina, Bendahl Pär-Ola, Nilbert Mef

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BACKGROUND: Identification and adequate management of individuals at risk for hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC) is crucial since surveillance programmes reduce morbidity and mortality. We investigated knowledge about key features of HNPCC in at risk individuals and physicians in surgery, gynecology and oncology. METHODS: Data were collected using a questionnaire which was answered by 67 mutation...

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PMID: 19323816
DOI: 10.1186/1471-2350-10-30
PMCID: PMC2671498

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