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Genetic Predisposition to Neonatal Tumors.
Current pediatric reviews - 1 Jan 2015
Quinn Emily, McGee Rose, Nuccio Regina, Pappo Alberto S, Nichols Kim E
Abstract excerpt
The development of tumors within the first month of life is extremely rare and this very young age at presentation should raise concern for an underlying cancer predisposition syndrome. This chapter discusses genetic predisposition to neonatal solid tumors, specifically those involving the eyes, kidneys, liver, adrenal glands and lungs. For each tumor type, we discuss the most common associated predisposition...
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