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What is the clinical definition of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)?
What is the clinical definition of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)?
Presence of more than 100 colorectal adenomas, characterized by duodenal adenomas and multiple extraintestinal manifestations
What gene is affected in cases of FAP that arise from new mutations?
What gene is affected in cases of FAP that arise from new mutations?
Adenomatous Polyposis Coli (APC) gene on the short arm of chromosome 5
How is Familial Adenomatous Polyposis inherited?
How is Familial Adenomatous Polyposis inherited?
As an autosomal dominant condition
What is the lifetime risk of colorectal cancer in patients with FAP?
What is the lifetime risk of colorectal cancer in patients with FAP?
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What benign mesodermal tumors can be associated with FAP?
What benign mesodermal tumors can be associated with FAP?
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