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Challenges in identifying paediatric cancer predisposition syndromes: international SCOPE survey and SIOPE expert consensus recommendations.
European journal of human genetics : EJHG - 1 Sept 2026
Ćavar Pavić Jakica, Cullinan Noelle, Jongmans Marjolijn, Bourdeaut Franck, Wadt Karin, LoNigro Luca, Davies Mark, Michaeli Orli, Strang-Karlsson Sonja, de Putter Robin, Sepulchre Edith, Cazzaniga Giovanni, Furtwängler Rhoikos, Zweier Christiane, Rössler Jochen, Waespe Nicolas
Abstract excerpt
Cancer Predisposition Syndromes (CPS) are heritable genetic conditions associated with an increased risk of developing various cancers throughout life. While early identification and tumour surveillance can improve outcomes, CPS are often underdiagnosed in clinical practice. To evaluate clinicians' perspectives and identify barriers to CPS identification and care across Europe, we conducted the SCOPE study: a...
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- Humans
- Genetic Testing
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
- Child
