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The genetics and natural history of hereditary colon cancer.

Seminars in oncology nursing - 1 May 1997

Lynch J

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OBJECTIVES: To provide an overview of the genetics, natural history, surveillance and management of hereditary colorectal cancer with emphasis on hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC). DATA SOURCES: Published research and review articles, clinical summaries, and personal experience. CONCLUSION: Hereditary factors may account for approximately 10% of colorectal cancer cases. Genes responsible for some...

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PMID: 9114476
DOI: 10.1016/s0749-2081(97)80005-8

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