Hereditary Colon Cancer: Lynch Syndrome
Gut and Liver
; : 151-160, 2010.
Article
in English
| WPRIM (Western Pacific)
| ID: wpr-80812
Responsible library:
WPRO
ABSTRACT
Lynch syndrome is the most common familial colorectal cancer syndrome. It is linked to germline mutations in one of four DNA mismatch repair (MMR) genes. A comprehensive family history is one important way to identify at-risk individuals. The elucidation of the molecular genetics of this syndrome has made it possible to screen for the disorder with molecular tests. Microsatellite instability and/or immunohistochemistry followed by germline testing for mutations in MMR genes is now a standard approach for clinically suspected cases. Correctly recognizing Lynch syndrome is essential for the application of appropriate screening and surveillance measures. Close surveillance and risk-reducing operations can decrease cancer-related mortality. In addition, counseling is an important component of the management of any family with Lynch syndrome.
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Health context:
SDG3 - Health and Well-Being
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SDG3 - Target 3.4 Reduce premature mortality due to noncommunicable diseases
Health problem:
Target 3.4: Reduce premature mortality due to noncommunicable diseases
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Colon and Rectum Cancers
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Endocrine System Diseases
Database:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Immunohistochemistry
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Colorectal Neoplasms
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Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis
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Mass Screening
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Colon
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Colonic Neoplasms
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Germ-Line Mutation
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Counseling
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Microsatellite Instability
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DNA Mismatch Repair
Type of study:
Screening study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Gut and Liver
Year:
2010
Document type:
Article