Hereditary Breast Cancer
Hereditary breast cancer is a type of cancer that is caused by a gene mutation passed down through families. It is a type of breast cancer that is more common and more aggressive than other types of breast cancer, and is linked to higher mortality rates. It is estimated that five to ten percent of all breast cancer cases are hereditary, and that the majority of these are mutations of the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. People who have a family history of breast cancer should consider genetic testing to help identify their likelihood of developing the disease. Understanding hereditary breast cancer can help increase the chance of early detection, allowing for improved outcomes and decreased mortality rates.
← Journal of Breast Cancer Survival