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Mutation Spectrum Analysis of BRCA1/2 Genes for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer in the Indian Population.
Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP - 1 Dec 2024
Lila Kunjal, Bhanushali Harshita, Chanekar MIlind, Jatale Raj, Banerjee Monisha, Dixit Rakhi Bajpai, Rajadhyaksha Aparna, Chadha Kirti
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence and spectrum of genetic mutations linked to inherited breast and ovary cancer (HBOC) in the Indian population, and to evaluate the correlation of BRCA mutation types, frequency, and incidence with age, gender, and personal and family history. METHODS: A retrospective cohort of 500 Indian HBOC patients, meeting NCCN criteria who underwent...
Topics
- Humans
- Female
- Retrospective Studies
- BRCA1 Protein
- BRCA2 Protein
- India
- Middle Aged
- Adult
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Ovarian Neoplasms
- Mutation
