Tumor/Germline Analysis for Early Onset Colorectal Cancer: Resolution for High Risk Patients
Poster of Distinction
Paired tumor/germline testing diagnosed Lynch Syndrome in 28% of patients with colorectal cancer diagnosed <40 years old.
Overall, paired tumor/germline testing resolved the questionable diagnosis of Lynch syndrome in 81% of early onset colorectal cancer patients and provides additional information aiding health care providers in the clinical management of this patient population.