Abstract:e22524 Background: Genetic testing has been applied increasingly widely in oncology, as detection of hereditary cancer syndromes can guide prophylactic surgery, intensive surveillance and family member testing. We hypothesized that the profile of mutation prevalence may be different from the general knowledge in patients with immigrant background. Methods: Cancer patients who have been treated in Maimonides hospital and have had a genetic test performed between 1/1/2010 until 1/31/2022 were eligible. Patients… Show more
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