Print

Potential genetic basis for breast cancer survivors who develop therapy-related leukemia

https://www.facingourrisk.org/XRAY/therapy-related-leukemia
Full article: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cncr.29615/abstract;jsessionid=28AD90B55969FAD8FD7B3D80CF312598.f02t01

The population of breast cancer survivors in the United States is increasing. One rare but dangerous long-term effect of breast cancer treatment is an increased risk of leukemia, a type of bone marrow cancer. A recent study uncovered a potential genetic basis for this condition. (01/26/2015)

Questions To Ask Your Health Care Provider

About FORCE

FORCE is a national nonprofit organization, established in 1999. Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by adult hereditary cancers.