November 18, 2011

Linking of mutations in 12 genes to ovarian cancers may lead to more effective prevention

A rapid experimental method for screening genomes has located mutations in 12 genes for inherited cancers of the ovary, fallopian tubes and peritoneum (the thin tissue lining the lower abdomen). Read more about this research by 91̽»¨Researcher Dr. Elizabeth Swisher at 91̽»¨Today: