Lynch Syndrome International

Lynch Syndrome International (pronunciation: Lɪnʧ Sɪnˈdroʊm ɪntərˈnæʃənəl) is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving individuals and families affected by Lynch Syndrome, a genetic disorder that increases the risk of many types of cancer, particularly colorectal cancer and endometrial cancer.

Etymology

The term "Lynch Syndrome" is named after Dr. Henry T. Lynch, an American physician who first described the condition in the late 1960s. The "International" in Lynch Syndrome International signifies the organization's global reach and commitment to supporting those affected by Lynch Syndrome worldwide.

Overview

Lynch Syndrome International provides education, support, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by Lynch Syndrome. The organization works to raise awareness about the condition, promote research, and advocate for appropriate health care and screening for those at risk.

Related Terms

Genetic Testing: A type of medical test that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins. It is often used to confirm a diagnosis of Lynch Syndrome.
Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer (HNPCC): An older term for Lynch Syndrome.
Mismatch Repair: A system for recognizing and repairing erroneous insertion, deletion, and mis-incorporation of bases that can arise during DNA replication and recombination, as well as repairing some forms of DNA damage.
Mutation: A change in a DNA sequence. Lynch Syndrome is caused by mutations in certain mismatch repair genes.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Lynch Syndrome International
Wikipedia's article - Lynch Syndrome International

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