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Segregation, immunohistochemical, molecular and functional analyses classify a novel missense variant in fumarate hydratase (FH) as pathogenic.
Genes, chromosomes & cancer - 1 Feb 2024
Ouchene Lydia, Wilde Blake, Chan-Pak-Choon Fiona, Camacho Valenzuela Jose, Brimo Fadi, Witkowski Leora, Christofk Heather, Domecq Celine, Fu Lili, Weber Evan, Lemieux Anglin Brianna, Netchiporouk Elena, Foulkes William D
Abstract excerpt
Hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell cancer (HLRCC) is an autosomal dominant cancer predisposition syndrome characterized by cutaneous leiomyomas, uterine leiomyomas, and aggressive renal cancer. Germline variants in the fumarate hydratase (FH) gene predispose to HLRCC. Identifying germline pathogenic FH variants enables lifetime renal cancer screening and genetic testing for family members. In this report,...
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