Germline Genetic Testing in Patients With Solid Malignant Tumors
Matthew E. Fine, Adina Estrin, Alissa Michel, Vicky Ro, Tarsha Jones, Meghna S. Trivedi, Katherine D. Crew
TL;DR
This study examines who gets genetic testing for inherited cancer risks and their clinical features.
Contribution
The study provides insights into the patterns and factors associated with germline genetic testing in cancer patients.
Findings
Patients undergoing germline testing often have a family history of cancer.
Certain tumor types are more frequently associated with genetic testing.
Demographic factors influence who receives germline genetic testing.
Abstract
This cohort study analyzes the clinical and demographic characteristics of patients with cancer who undergo germline genetic testing.
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Taxonomy
TopicsBRCA gene mutations in cancer · Genomic variations and chromosomal abnormalities · DNA Repair Mechanisms