Gene Identified for Deadly Childhood Cancer

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Fifteen years of genetic sleuthing have finally paid off: Researchers have nailed the gene that appears to cause an inherited form of neuroblastoma, a cancer of the nervous system that predominantly strikes children. Scientists are optimistic that the findings will allow them to develop disease screening for some families, as well as lead to potential new therapies.

Keywords: childhood cancer genetics pediatric cancer pediatrics cancer neuroblastoma