Mismatch Repair Protein Expressions in Cohort of Colorectal Carcinoma Patients in Lagos

CONCLUSION: The frequency of mismatch repair deficiency in CC among Nigerians is high, and presence of right-sided mucinous colon cancer in patients below 50 years is highly suggestive of dMMR status. Mutation studies of larger patient samples to determine the percentage with germline mutation will further our knowledge, and influence therapeutic options for CC.PMID:34531340 | DOI:10.4103/njcp.njcp_104_21

Source: Clinical Colorectal Cancer - September 17, 2021 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: K B Badmos L A Adebayo A O Osinowo A O Lawal M Y Habeebu O Rotimi F B Abdulkareem Source Type: research