DDS
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Term | DDS |
Short definition | DDB2 gene - A gene that makes a protein involved in many cell functions, including repairing damaged DNA. Mutations (changes) in theDDB2gene can cause cells to lose their ability to repair damaged DNA, which can lead to abnormal cell growth. |
Type | Cancer terms |
Specialty | Oncology |
Language | English |
Source | NCI |
Comments |
DDS - A rare disease that causes kidney failure before the age of 3, abnormal development of the sex organs and, in most cases, Wilms' tumor (a type of kidney cancer). Children with Denys-Drash syndrome are also at high risk for some other cancers. Also called Denys-Drash syndrome
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on DDS
- Wikipedia's article - DDS
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