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Analysis of K-ras, BRAF, and PIK3CA mutations in laterally-spreading tumors of the colorectum.
Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology - 1 Mar 2011
Kaji Eisuke, Kato Jun, Suzuki Hideyuki, Akita Mitsuhiro, Horii Joichiro, Saito Shunsuke, Higashi Reiji, Ishikawa Shin, Kuriyama Motoaki, Hiraoka Sakiko, Uraoka Toshio, Yamamoto Kazuhide
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND AIMS: Laterally-spreading tumors (LST) are a newly-recognized category of colorectal neoplasia, and are defined as lesions larger than 10 mm in diameter and extending circumferentially rather than vertically. However, genetic features of this new category of tumors are not fully elucidated. The aim of this study was to evaluate genetic alterations in LST. METHODS: We examined K-ras, BRAF, and...
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