Read about different genes that are linked to hereditary cancer, their associated risks and guidelines for screening, preventing and treating cancers in people with inherited mutations in these genes.
Cancer risk associated with inherited BARD1 mutations
If you have tested positive for an BARD1 mutation, we recommend that you speak with a genetics expert who can look at your personal and family history of cancer and can help you choose the best plan for managing your cancer risk.
- Women with a BARD1 mutation have an increased risk of breast cancer, including triple-negative breast cancer. The estimated lifetime risk of breast cancer is as high as 40 percent.
- Currently, evidence is insufficient to conclusively show that a BARD1 mutation is associated with an increased risk of other cancers.
Research on the risk for cancer in people with BARD1 mutations is ongoing.
Last updated August 31, 2021