Possible ovarian cancer treatment target identified

A multi-institutional study has identified a potential personalised treatment target for the most common form of ovarian cancer. In the December 8 issue of Cancer Cell, the research team describes finding that a gene called MAGP2 - not previously associated with any type of cancer - was overexpressed in papillary serous ovarian tumours of patients who died more quickly. They also found evidence suggesting possible mechanisms by which MAGP2 may promote tumour growth...

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