The PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome Foundation was founded to find treatments or therapies for PTEN Syndromes by funding research, providing PHTS education, supporting patients, and by raising awareness. PHTS includes Cowden syndrome (CS), Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba syndrome (BRRS), PTEN-related Proteus syndrome (PS), and Proteus-like syndrome.
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What is PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome?
PTEN Hamartoma Tumor syndrome (PHTS) is a rare genetic condition that causes increased risk for certain cancers, benign growths, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
By Jessica Mester, MS, LGC – Certified Genetic Counselor, PTEN Research/Clinic Coordinator, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
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