Two genetic variations predict second cancers after radiation for children with Hodgkin lymphoma
Sunday, July 24, 2011 - 14:30
in Health & Medicine
A genome-wide association study found two tiny genetic variations that predict which patients with Hodgkin's lymphoma are likely to develop radiation-induced second cancers years after treatment. This could help physicians reduce the risks for susceptible patients. Younger the patients and those who receive more radiation are most at risk. This late side effect is the second leading cause of death for Hodgkin's survivors.