Skin flaws can indicate gene defect, increased cancer risk

Those with the genetic mutation are more prone to mesothelioma

By Gary T. Kubota

POSTED: 01:30 a.m. HST, Sep 08, 2012

~~<p>University of Hawaii cancer researchers say a new discovery allows physicians to visually identify individuals who might carry a gene mutation present in people with a higher risk of skin cancer.</p>
<p>The visual marker also applies to those who are at higher risk of mesothelioma, a cancer associated with asbestos exposure affecting the membrane lining of the lungs and abdomen.</p>
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University of Hawaii cancer researchers say a new discovery allows physicians to visually identify individuals who might carry a gene mutation present in people with a higher risk of skin cancer.

The visual marker also applies to those who are at higher risk of mesothelioma, a cancer associated with asbestos exposure affecting the membrane lining of the lungs and abdomen. Login for more...