Go Back Research Article April, 1993

The multistep nature of cancer

Abstract

Cancer is a distinct type of genetic disease in which not one, but several, mutations are required. Each mutation drives a wave of cellular multiplication associated with gradual increases in tumor size, disorganization and malignancy. Three to six such mutations appear to be required to complete this process.

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Volume 9
Issue 4
Pages 138-141
ISSN 1362-4555
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