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BAP1 mutation is a frequent somatic event in peritoneal malignant mesothelioma.
Journal of translational medicine - 16 Apr 2015
Alakus Hakan, Yost Shawn E, Woo Brian, French Randall, Lin Grace Y, Jepsen Kristen, Frazer Kelly A, Lowy Andrew M, Harismendy Olivier
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Malignant mesothelioma (MM) arises from mesothelial cells that line the pleural, peritoneal and pericardial surfaces. The majority of MMs are pleural and have been associated with asbestos exposure. Previously, pleural MMs have been genetically characterized by the loss of BAP1 (40-60%) as well as loss of NF2 (75%) and CDKN2A (60%). The rare peritoneal form of MM occurs in ~10% cases. With only ~300...
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