Familial papillary thyroid carcinoma.
Over the last decade, several lines of evidence have been accumulated that support the existence of fPTC susceptibility genes. Preliminary clinical characteristics of fPTC have been identified, and linkage studies have identified the chromosomal locations of putative fPTC susceptibility genes. A logical clinical approach to fPTC is emerging.
Malchoff
Carl D
CD
University of Connecticut Health Center, 263 Farmington Avenue Farmington, CT 06030, USA.
Malchoff
Diana M
DM
D002291:Carcinoma, Papillary / Q000235:genetics* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D013964:Thyroid Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics* / Q000473:pathology