Study: Knowing about an inherited BRCA mutation improves outcomes for women with breast cancer

Inherited mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are linked to a high lifetime risk of breast and other cancers. The reviewed study shows that women who know that they have a BRCA mutation before they are diagnosed with breast cancer have improved outcomes including diagnosis at earlier stages and improved overall survival. This article was prepared by XRAY, a publication  that provides reliable information about cancer research-related news and information.

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