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C-Kit SCF receptor (CD117) expression and KIT gene mutation in conjunctival pigmented lesions.
Acta ophthalmologica - 1 Dec 2013
Alessandrini Lara, Parrozzani Raffaele, Bertorelle Roberta, Valentini Elisa, Candiotto Cinzia, Giacomelli Luciano, Midena Edoardo, Blandamura Stella
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PURPOSE: To investigate the presence of KIT gene mutations and immunoreactivity in 85 conjunctival melanocytic tumours and to clarify the role of KIT as a potential therapeutic target in this group of patients. METHODS: Eighty-five conjunctival pigmented tumours [27 melanomas, 12 primary acquired melanosis (PAMs) and 46 nevi] were immunostained for KIT. Intensity and pattern of expression were evaluated....
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