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GlossaryBRCA2

gene involved in DNA repair and cancer risk

BRCA2 is a gene that produces a protein responsible for repairing damaged DNA, playing a crucial role in maintaining the genetic stability of cells. Mutations in the BRCA2 gene can lead to an increased risk of developing certain cancers, most notably breast and ovarian cancer, as the impaired DNA repair mechanism allows for the accumulation of genetic errors.

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research Case Study: Hereditary Cancer Genetic Testing in Unaffected Patients May Allow for Early Intervention and Aggressive Management

October 2014 in “Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology”

Genetic testing for cancer risk can lead to early and life-saving treatments in people without symptoms.

research One of These Things Is Not Like the Others: The Idea of Precedence in Health Technology Assessment and Coverage Decisions

35 citations , June 2005 in “The Milbank Quarterly”

The conclusion is that formalizing how past decisions influence current health technology assessments could improve the credibility and defense of coverage decisions.

research Ductal Breast Cancer in a Male Patient

October 2010 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

An 86-year-old man with prostate cancer was diagnosed with a rare, low-grade breast cancer and underwent surgery but declined additional hormone therapy.

research Rare Germline Pathogenic Variants Identified by Multigene Panel Testing and the Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer

20 citations , March 2021 in “Cancers”

Certain genetic variants increase the risk of aggressive prostate cancer.

research Coinheritance of BRCA2 and CYLD Germline Pathogenic Variants Associated with Targetable Metastatic Malignant Cylindroma

June 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Coinheritance of BRCA2 and CYLD genes may lead to new treatment options for certain cancers.

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