Mutations in the BRCA1 gene that are either inherited (germline) or acquired (somatic) might not be key to the initiation of prostate cancer, as previously thought, suggests the first study of its ...

Learn how BRCA gene mutations impact family planning and fertility. Understand risks, options, and expert advice for safe pregnancies despite cancer concerns.

All humans have the BRCA genes (BRCA1 and BRCA2). You inherit one from each of your parents, and if one parent has a mutation ...

These revealed 27 germline BRCA2 variants (6%), but only two germline BRCA1 variants (0.5%), and one of these probably wasn't the driver as an ATM mutation was also present, note the researchers.

Among patients with early-stage triple-negative breast cancer, a beneficial pathologic complete response rate was higher in patients with BRCA1/2 mutations. Among patients with early-stage ...

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Genetic and genomic testing guide breast cancer risk assessment and treatment, as discussed by Dr. Mark Robson at the Miami ...

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Many mutations, such as those found in the well-known BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, are passed down in what’s called an autosomal dominant pattern. This means that inheriting one bad gene from one ...

The presence of biomarkers, even in small amounts, can shape the course of treatment for a patient, says Andy Guinigundo, MSN, RN, CNP, ANP-BC.

Testing for BRCA mutations linked to breast and ovarian cancers could become easier and more accessible with the help of artificial intelligence, potentially allowing earlier treatment.