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Breast Cancer Genetics and Indications for Prophylactic Mastectomy.

The Surgical clinics of North America - 1 Aug 2018

Krontiras Helen, Farmer Meagan, Whatley Julie

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As more genetic information becomes available to inform breast cancer treatment, screening, and risk-reduction approaches, clinicians must become more knowledgeable about possible genetic testing and prevention strategies, including outcomes, benefits, risks, and limitations. The aim of this article is to define and distinguish high- and moderate-risk breast cancer predisposition genes, summarize the clinical...

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Breast Neoplasms
Female
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Genetic Testing
Humans
Patient Selection
Prophylactic Mastectomy

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PMID: 30005767
DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2018.03.004

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