Tuesday 23 April 2013

Particular DNA changes linked with prostate cancer development and lethality

A new analysis has found that the loss or amplification of particular DNA regions contributes to the development of prostate cancer, and that patients with two of these DNA changes have a high likelihood of dying from the disease. Published in CANCER, the study provides valuable information on the genetics of prostate cancer and offers insights into which patients should be treated aggressively. Read more here.

Study mentioned: Liu W, et al. Genetic markers associated with early cancer-specific mortality following prostatectomy. Cancer. Article first published online: 22 APR 2013.

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