First Incision

This guest episode with colorectal surgeon Chris Wakeman focuses on the common familial cancer syndromes. For each we go through diagnosis, genetics, surveillance, management, decision making and more. Topics include:
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
- Lynch Syndrome
- Serrated Polyposis Syndrome
- Oligopolyposis
Here are some resources Dr Wakeman suggested might be helpful when covering this topic:

Lynch syndrome - InSiGHT (insight-group.org)

Adenomatous polyposis syndromes - InSiGHT (insight-group.org)

Serrated polyposis syndrome - InSiGHT (insight-group.org)

Chris Wakeman is also happy for e-mails with any questions at: [email protected]

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