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A review of inherited cancer susceptibility syndromes.
JAAPA : official journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants - 1 Dec 2020
Brown Gina R, Simon Madeline, Wentling Chris, Spencer Danielle M, Parker Ashley N, Rogers Corey A
Abstract excerpt
Inherited cancer syndromes are caused by genetic mutations that place patients at an increased risk for developing cancer. Although most cancers are not caused by genetic inheritance, clinicians must understand these syndromes and be able to recognize their common characteristics. A thorough family history and identification of common patterns as well as specific clinical signs and symptoms can help with early...
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