Seeking Participants for the INFORM Research Study
Dana-Farber is leading an IRB-approved study that will screen for many of the deadliest cancers with a first-of-its-kind blood test. This
Update on Cancer Screening Recommendations for Individuals with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
Just published by American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the updated version of the “Toronto Protocol,” the widely recognized screening
Li-Fraumeni syndrome: predicting cancer risk more precisely
The two MHH researchers Lucas John Müntnich and Professor Christian Kratz refer to the cluster analysis of the study, according to
Cancer Screening Recommendations for Individuals with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (“Toronto Protocol”)
In October 2016, the American Association for Cancer Research organized a meeting with international experts on Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS) to
Liquid Biopsy for Li-Fraumeni Syndrome Cancer Screening: Survey Study
We invite you to participate in a survey about your experiences receiving cancer screening for Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS), and your
New Study: Navigating Dating & Relationships with LFS
Northwestern University is conducting a groundbreaking study focused on understanding patient perspectives on dating and disclosure to romantic partners
Additional cancer tumor types added to the Genetic Risk Assessment Guidelines
Breast, ovarian, pancreative, and prostate cancer have been added to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Genetic/Familial High-Risk Assessment Guidelines
Optimizing shared decision-making for risk-reducing mastectomy in women with Li–Fraumeni syndrome using patient-reported outcome measures
Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) researchers in Brazil studied factors in determining quality of life issues for women living with LFS who consider risk-reducing mastectomies –
Seeking Participants for the INFORM Research Study
Dana-Farber is leading an IRB-approved study that will screen for many of the deadliest cancers with a
Update on Cancer Screening Recommendations for Individuals with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
Just published by American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the updated version of the “Toronto Protocol,”
Li-Fraumeni syndrome: predicting cancer risk more precisely
The two MHH researchers Lucas John Müntnich and Professor Christian Kratz refer to the cluster analysis of
Whole Body MRI Anxiety
A unique aspect of the LFSA International Symposium is the intersection of LFS families among globally renowned medical and scientific experts. Lisa J. States,
Another survey opportunity: Risk-reducing mastectomy decision making process for adolescents and young adults with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
Another invitation to participate in a study about the risk-reducing mastectomy decision making process for adolescents and young adults with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome: A team
Jenn Perry on WEEI for Jimmy Fund Telethon
LFSA founder Jenn Perry shares her family's LFS story and what motivates her to advocate for research and advancements to support those impacted by Li-Fraumeni
2011: Monograph on Li-Fraumeni Syndrome by David Malkin
Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) is a genetic disorder linked to mutations in the p53 tumor suppressor gene, leading to a wide range of cancers. While p53
1988: A cancer family syndrome in twenty-four kindreds by Fred Li
Researchers analyzed families with a pattern of sarcomas, breast cancer, and other cancers occurring in young patients. They found that cancer developed in an autosomal
1987: Normal cytotoxic response of skin fibroblasts from patients with Li-Fraumeni familial cancer syndrome to DNA-damaging agents in vitro
Researchers tested cells from people with Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS), a genetic condition that increases cancer risk, to see how they respond to DNA-damaging agents
