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Studies from University of Pennsylvania further understanding of life sciences

Published in Gastroenterology Week, February 8th, 2010

According to a study from the United States, "Peutz Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is an autosomal dominant disease characterized by hamartomatous polyposis and distinct mucocutaneous pigmentation."

"PJS is associated with an increased risk for several cancers and other complications such as small intestine intussusception, short bowel syndrome, and anemia. Medical management mainly consists of treatment of the polyps and surveillance," wrote P. Higham and colleagues, University of Pennsylvania.

The researchers concluded: "This medical management update will review clinical concepts, therapeutic advances, and emphasize features of PJS important to the oral...

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