Original Article

Lymphedema Awareness and Experience in the Turner Syndrome Community

Objective: Lymphedema commonly affects females with Turner syndrome (TS), although it may be underrecognized and untreated. The objective of this study was to better understand self-reported lymphedema prevalence, knowledge, and experience in TS. Methods: A 24-question anonymous survey was distributed to females with TS or their caregivers at a TS…

Posted in: genetics 3 lymphedema 2 pediatrics 33

Review Article

Lynch Syndrome and Endometrial Cancer

In patients with Lynch syndrome, gynecologic cancer often can be the first presenting malignancy. In this review, we summarize the genetics of Lynch syndrome and review the various modalities of identifying patients at risk for this syndrome. The clinical characteristics of Lynch-associated endometrial cancer and screening and risk-reducing strategies also…

Posted in: endometrial cancer 5 genetics 3 gynecology 5 risk reduction 2

Expired CME Article

A Genetic Perspective on Infant Mortality

Despite significant advances in perinatal and neonatal medicine, infant mortality (IM) remains a significant public health problem. The causes of IM are complex, numerous, and a result of interacting genetic and environmental factors. This paper explores genetic contributions to IM using data from Virginia. Leading causes of IM in Virginia…

Posted in: birth defects 2 genetics 3 infant mortality 2 prematurity 3
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