GENETIC PREDISPOSITION

This study tested a new surgical method for immediate breast reconstruction after preventive mastectomy in women at high genetic risk for breast cancer. Instead of a scar on the breast, surgeons used a single-port endoscope through the armpit to place the implant under the skin, …

This study investigates whether Parkinson's disease patients who carry a mutation in the GBA gene are more likely to experience cognitive decline after deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Researchers will compare thinking and memory test results in 150 patients with and without…

This study tested whether digital care plans and text message reminders help families of children with cancer predisposition syndromes better understand their child's condition. Researchers enrolled 177 parents and measured changes in knowledge and how acceptable the digital tool…

This study investigates whether environmental and occupational exposures influence the risk of developing tumors in people who carry an SDHx gene mutation. Researchers will compare two groups of mutation carriers: those who have had a tumor and those who have not. The goal is to …

This study looked at whether a genetic marker called COMT can predict how well a person responds to hypnosis for pain after surgery. Researchers tested a new, faster method to read this gene from saliva or blood samples. The goal is to one day use a simple genetic test to persona…

This completed study from the University of Hong Kong looked at 110 cannabis users aged 16-60 to see how their thinking skills change over time and if genes play a role. Participants took memory and thinking tests and gave blood for genetic analysis. The goal is to understand lon…