The genetics of melanoma: the UK experience.

doi:10.1046/j.1365-2230.1998.00344.x

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The genetics of melanoma: the UK experience.

Clinical and experimental dermatology - 1 Jul 1998

Newton Bishop J A, Harland M, Bishop D T

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Most cancers have rare familial forms and cutaneous melanoma is no exception. The studies carried out on the genetics of these rare types are of great importance because the knowledge gained from them is essential in the counselling of patients. Also of great importance is the information it prov...

Topics

Female
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Humans
Male
Melanoma
Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary
Pedigree
Skin Neoplasms

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