Five new genomic risk factors for uterine cancer discovered

An international study led by Dr Thilo Dörk-Bousset of Hannover Medical School has made significant progress in the early detection of cervical cancer. The Wilhelm Sander Foundation is funding the project with 220,000 euros. The study has identified five new genetic risk factors for uterine cancer. This discovery brings doctors and patients a significant step closer to the goal of more precise risk predictions and more personalised treatments.