Complete Information on Cronkhite-Canada disease
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Negoro et al demonstrated that germlike mutations of the tumor suppressor gene PTEN.
Cronkhite Canada disease is an uncommon syndrome. It is characterized by marked epithelial disturbances in the GI parcel and epidermis. The GI changes are generalized hamartomatous polyposis with irregular intervening mucosa. The mucosal proliferation leads to graceful and electrolyte abnormalities, malabsorption, malnutrition, GI hemorrhage, and postoperative complications. Mental and physiological strain have been postulated as the almost significant danger factors for CCS. The strain acts on the gastrointestinal mucosa, inducing a local incendiary response.
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