Two genetic variations predict second cancers after radiation for children with Hodgkin's lymphoma
Sunday, July 24, 2011 - 12:30
in Health & Medicine
A genome-wide association study published in the August issue of Nature Medicine has found two tiny genetic variations that can predict which patients with Hodgkin's lymphoma are most likely to develop radiation-induced second cancers years after treatment. Knowing in advance who is at risk could help physicians tailor treatment to reduce the risks for patients who are most susceptible to long-term damage.