[Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome). Clinical case]

Rev Gastroenterol Mex. 2006 Jul-Sep;71(3):312-5.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Colorectal cancer is an important neoplasm in general population, about 90% of the cases are sporadical, but near of 5% are due to hereditary non polyposis colorectal cancer. Early detection is imperative due to genetic linkage and association to other neoplasms diagnosed an early age. This case report is about a young man diagnosed with colorectal cancer that presented multiple recurrences and had at least two affected generations. The most important aspects of diagnosis, management and genetic counseling are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis / diagnosis
  • Colorectal Neoplasms, Hereditary Nonpolyposis / genetics*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pedigree