PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome in childhood and adolescence —a comprehensive review and presentation of the German pediatric guideline

ConclusionAffected families frequently experience a long way until the correct diagnosis for their child ’s peculiarity is made. Even after diagnosis, it is not easy to find a physician who is familiar with this rare group of diseases. Because of a still-limited database, it is not easy to establish evidence-based (cancer) surveillance recommendations. The presented screening recommendation should th us be revised regularly according to the current state of knowledge.
Source: Molecular and Cellular Pediatrics - Category: Cytology Source Type: research