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ICARE Social Media Post August 2020

Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma Genetic Testing

More than 40% of patients with pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, regardless of age and family history, carry an inherited gene mutation. Given that gene mutation carriers may benefit from gene-specific cancer screening, all individuals diagnosed with one of these tumors should seek genetic counseling to discuss genetic testing options. Genes that predispose to pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma …

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