The pattern of KRAS mutations in metastatic colorectal cancer: a retrospective audit from Sri Lanka
Abstract Objective Activating mutations in the KRAS gene, found in approximately 53% of metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) cases, can render epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors ineffective. Regional differences in these mutations have been reported. This is the first study which aims...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2017-08-01
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Series: | BMC Research Notes |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13104-017-2731-5 |