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Is Rad51D heterozygous mutation a contraindication to postmastectomy radiation?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
BRCA1/2, PALPB2, CHEK2, and RAD50/51 mutations should not affect radiation therapy https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(19)33530-8/fulltext
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