Pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas are neural crest-derived tumors of the nervous system that are often inherited and genetically heterogeneous. Genetic screening is recommended for patients and their relatives, and can guide clinical decisions. However, a mutation is not found in all cases. The aims of this proposal are to: 1) to map gene(s) involved in pheochromocytoma, and 2) identify genotype-phenotype correlations in patients with pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma of various genetic origins.
Pheochromocytoma, Paraganglioma, Inherited Cancer Syndrome, Associated Conditions, Kidney Neoplasms, Bone Cancer, Thyroid Neoplasms, Other Cancer
Pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas are neural crest-derived tumors of the nervous system that are often inherited and genetically heterogeneous. Genetic screening is recommended for patients and their relatives, and can guide clinical decisions. However, a mutation is not found in all cases. The aims of this proposal are to: 1) to map gene(s) involved in pheochromocytoma, and 2) identify genotype-phenotype correlations in patients with pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma of various genetic origins.
Genetic Analysis of Pheochromocytomas, Paragangliomas and Associated Conditions
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University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78229
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio,
Patricia L Dahia, MD, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
2030-12-31