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Published online 22 April 2002 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news020415-15
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New breast cancer risk gene
Mutation doubles women's risk of breast cancer
Scientists have identified another gene mutation that raises the risk of breast cancer in men and women. The insight could ultimately improve screening programmes and help doctors to tailor chemotherapy to patients' needs.
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