AI Article Synopsis

  • If there's a suspicion of hereditary tumors in a family, doctors should always factor this into diagnosis and treatment.
  • This consideration applies even if genetic testing hasn't been done yet.
  • Recognizing the possibility of hereditary tumors is crucial for effective healthcare management.

Article Abstract

If familial hereditary tumor is suspected, diagnosis and treatment should always be performed considering the presence of familial hereditary tumors irrespective of whether genetic testing is performed.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7141741PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.2698DOI Listing

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