A novel mutation in STK11 gene is associated with Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome in Chinese patients

• Main Authors: Wang Zhiqing (Author), Chen Yulan (Author), Wu Baoping (Author), Zheng Haoxuan (Author), He Jiman (Author), Jiang Bo (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2011-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is caused by mutations in the tumor suppressor gene, STK11, and is characterized by gastrointestinal hamartomas, melanin spots on the lips, and an increased risk of developing cancer.</p> <p>M...