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The Genetic Paradigm of Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer (HBOC) in the Afro-Caribbean Population.
Critical reviews in oncogenesis - 1 Jan 2024
Cerbon Danielle, Taylor Daphanie, Barreto-Coelho Priscila, Rodriguez Estelamari, Schlumbrecht Matthew, Hurley Judith, George Sophia H L
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Differences in tumor biology and genetic predisposition have been suggested as factors influencing overall survival and increased mortality in Black breast and ovarian cancer patients. Therefore, it is key to evaluate genetic susceptibilities in Afro-Caribbean patients because the black population in the US is not homogeneous. Identifying a high incidence of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) in...
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