Experts crack cancer ‘gene codes’
October 29th, 2006 at 11:47 am . by el nuko
US scientists have cracked the entire genetic code of breast and colon cancers, offering new treatment hopes.
The genetic map shows that nearly 200 mutated genes, most previously unknown, help tumours emerge, grow and spread….
Each individual tumour appeared to have a different genetic blueprint, which could explain why cancers can behave very differently from person to person, the scientists said.
“No two patients are identical,” co-author Dr Victor Velculescu explained.
Scientists hope to be able to tailor plans for preventing or treating cancer to each person’s individual genetic profile
Ed Yong of Cancer Research UK
Now researchers will study how these mutations occur in breast and colon cancers.
Previous cancer gene discoveries have already led to successful detection and treatment strategies.
Scientific discoveries and medical breakthroughs are happening at an unprecedented pace.
We do, indeed live in interesting times.
>nuke
Comment posted by no2liberals
at 10/29/2006 9:15:19 PM
Interesting!
The way I figure it, I will win a big lotto, then in a matter of days be diagnosed with a metastazing melanoma, and check-out the day before this technology is available.
/sound about right?
