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  • 1
    UID:
    (DE-627)1694947998
    Format: 13
    ISSN: 1873-2402
    Content: BACKGROUND: The X-chromosome gene USP9X encodes a deubiquitylating enzyme that has been associated with neurodevelopmental disorders primarily in female subjects. USP9X escapes X inactivation, and in female subjects de novo heterozygous copy number loss or truncating mutations cause haploinsufficiency culminating in a recognizable syndrome with intellectual disability and signature brain and congenital abnormalities. In contrast, the involvement of USP9X in male neurodevelopmental disorders remains tentative. METHODS: We used clinically recommended guidelines to collect and interrogate the pathogenicity of 44 USP9X variants associated with neurodevelopmental disorders in males. Functional studies in patient-derived cell lines and mice were used to determine mechanisms of pathology. RESULTS: Twelve missense variants showed strong evidence of pathogenicity. We define a characteristic phenotype of the central nervous system (white matter disturbances, thin corpus callosum, and widened ventricles); global delay with significant alteration of speech, language, and behavior; hypotonia; joint hypermobility; visual system defects; and other common congenital and dysmorphic features. Comparison of in silico and phenotypical features align additional variants of unknown significance with likely pathogenicity. In support of partial loss-of-function mechanisms, using patient-derived cell lines, we show loss of only specific USP9X substrates that regulate neurodevelopmental signaling pathways and a united defect in transforming growth factor signaling. In addition, we find correlates of the male phenotype in Usp9x brain-specific knockout mice, and further resolve loss of hippocannpal-dependent learning and memory. CONCLUSIONS: Our data demonstrate the involvement of USP9X variants in a distinctive neurodevelopmental and behavioral syndrome in male subjects and identify plausible mechanisms of pathogenesis centered on disrupted transforming growth factor beta signaling and hippocampal function.
    Note: Online 29 June 2019 , Gesehen am 20.04.2020
    In: Biological psychiatry, Amsterdam [u.a.] : Elsevier Science, 1985, 87(2020), 2, Seite 100-112, 1873-2402
    In: volume:87
    In: year:2020
    In: number:2
    In: pages:100-112
    In: extent:13
    Language: English
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  • 2
    UID:
    (DE-627)1582478333
    Format: 2
    ISSN: 1468-1331
    Note: Received 28 September 2011, accepted 17 November 2011, first published: 14 February 2012 , Gesehen am 31.10.2018
    In: European journal of neurology, Oxford [u.a.] : Wiley-Blackwell, 1994, 19(2012), 3, Seite e27-e28, 1468-1331
    In: volume:19
    In: year:2012
    In: number:3
    In: pages:e27-e28
    In: extent:2
    Language: English
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  • 3
    UID:
    (DE-627)1571917101
    Format: 11
    ISSN: 1573-7217
    Content: Double heterozygosity for disease-causing BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations is a very rare condition in most populations. Here we describe genetic and clinical data of eight female double heterozygotes (DH) for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations found in a cohort of 8162 German breast/ovarian cancer families and compare it with the data of their single heterozygous relatives and of the index patients of the German Consortium for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer. Furthermore, we analyze the phenotypic features of these patients with respect to age at onset of first cancer, first breast/ovarian cancer and the number of disease manifestations and compare them to that of published Caucasian female DHs and their single heterozygous female relatives. German DHs were not significantly younger at diagnosis of first breast cancer than the single heterozygous index patients of the German Consortium. However, if the data of our study were pooled with that of the literature, DHs were substantially younger at onset of first cancer (mean age 40.4 years, 95 % CI = 36.6-44.1) than their single heterozygous female relatives (mean age 51.9 years, 95 % CI = 46.8-57.0). The two groups also differed concerning the onset of first breast cancer (mean age 40.6 years, 95 % CI = 36.6-44.5 vs. 52.6, 95 % CI = 47.5-57.6). In addition, DHs had a more severe disease than their female relatives carrying a single BRCA mutation (1.4 vs. 0.6 manifestations per person). In contrast to Ashkenazi Jewish females, Caucasian DH females might develop breast cancer at an earlier age and have a more severe disease than single heterozygous BRCA mutation carriers. Therefore, DHs may benefit from more intensive surveillance programs/follow-up care and prophylactic surgery.
    Note: Gesehen am 11.04.2018
    In: Breast cancer research and treatment, Dordrecht [u.a.] : Springer Science + Business Media B.V., 1981, 134(2012), 3, Seite 1229-1239, 1573-7217
    In: volume:134
    In: year:2012
    In: number:3
    In: pages:1229-1239
    In: extent:11
    Language: English
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  • 4
    UID:
    (DE-627)1703272609
    Format: 5
    ISSN: 1476-5438
    Content: Small RNAs (miRNA, siRNA, and piRNA) regulate gene expression through targeted destruction or translational repression of specific messenger RNA in a fundamental biological process called RNA interference (RNAi). The Argonaute proteins, which derive from a highly conserved family of genes found in almost all eukaryotes, are critical mediators of this process. Four AGO genes are present in humans, three of which (AGO 1, 3, and 4) reside in a cluster on chromosome 1p35p34. The effects of germline AGO variants or dosage alterations in humans are not known, however, prior studies have implicated dysregulation of the RNAi mechanism in the pathogenesis of several neurodevelopmental disorders. We describe five patients with hypotonia, poor feeding, and developmental delay who were found to have microdeletions of chromosomal region 1p34.3 encompassing the AGO1 and AGO3 genes. We postulate that haploinsufficiency of AGO1 and AGO3 leading to impaired RNAi may be responsible for the neurocognitive deficits present in these patients. However, additional studies with rigorous phenotypic characterization of larger cohorts of affected individuals and systematic investigation of the underlying molecular defects will be necessary to confirm this.
    Note: Published: 01 October 2014 , Im Text sind AGO1 und AGO3 schräg gestellt , Gesehen am 02.07.2020
    In: European journal of human genetics, Basingstoke : Stockton Press, 1998, 23(2015), 6, Seite 761-765, 1476-5438
    In: volume:23
    In: year:2015
    In: number:6
    In: pages:761-765
    In: extent:5
    Language: English
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  • 5
    UID:
    (DE-627)1560111674
    Format: 16
    ISSN: 1932-6203
    Content: Purpose: The German Consortium for hereditary breast/ovarian cancer (GC-HBOC) aims for nationwide access to professional, individualized yet structured care for families at high risk. The identification of such families remains key for optimal care. Our study evaluates counselees’ characteristics, referral practices, expectations and motivations in respect to their first genetic consultation. The impact of the Angelina Jolie Effect (AJE) was prospectively assessed. Methods All counselees could participate through a questionnaire. Groups were built in respect to neoadjuvant chemotherapy (FT) and before/after AJE. Results The 917 (88.5%) counselees (FT: 8.2%) were on average female (97.3%), with a mean age of 44.6, had children (71.9%), higher education (88%), personal (46.4%) or at least one first-degree relative (74.6%) with BC/OC or known BRCA1/2 mutation (11.8%), were in a relationship (76.1%), and living in a village (40.7%). The AJE is associated with significantly fewer cancelations (p = 0.005), more attendance among men (4.2% vs. 0.8%, p = 0.002), and people with familial BRCA1/2 (14.8% vs. 7.5%, p = 0.003). The majority seek information regarding their cancer risk (83%) or relatives’ risk (74.8%), HBOC (69.1%), and surveillance programs for themselves (66.6%) or relatives (60.6%). Conclusion Enhanced media awareness of genetic cancer motivates patients, including other patient groups. A higher number of participants, including more men, are attending GC due to the AJE. In terms of the rising complexity of genetic testing, the analysis of patients’ expectations and initiators for GC suggests that there is an urgent need to develop to participate motivation analysis. The factors revealed as impediments to accessing GC-HBOC guide recommendations to optimize access to genetic counseling. Medical educational programs for primary gynecologists and families at risk might be options to reach more participants.
    Note: Gesehen am 22.06.2017
    In: PLOS ONE, San Francisco, California, US : PLOS, 2006, 12(2017,5) Artikel-Nummer e0177893, 16 Seiten, 1932-6203
    In: volume:12
    In: year:2017
    In: number:5
    In: extent:16
    Language: English
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  • 6
    UID:
    (DE-627)1570920060
    Format: 7
    ISSN: 1468-6244
    Content: Purpose To characterise the prevalence of pathogenic germline mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2 in families with breast cancer (BC) and ovarian cancer (OC) history. Patients and methods Data from 21 401 families were gathered between 1996 and 2014 in a clinical setting in the German Consortium for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer, comprising full pedigrees with cancer status of all individual members at the time of first counselling, and BRCA1/2 mutation status of the index patient. Results The overall BRCA1/2 mutation prevalence was 24.0% (95% CI 23.4% to 24.6%). Highest mutation frequencies were observed in families with at least two OCs (41.9%, 95% CI 36.1% to 48.0%) and families with at least one breast and one OC (41.6%, 95% CI 40.3% to 43.0%), followed by male BC with at least one female BC or OC (35.8%; 95% CI 32.2% to 39.6%). In families with a single case of early BC (〈36 years), mutations were found in 13.7% (95% CI 11.9% to 15.7%). Postmenopausal unilateral or bilateral BC did not increase the probability of mutation detection. Occurrence of premenopausal BC and OC in the same woman led to higher mutation frequencies compared with the occurrence of these two cancers in different individuals (49.0%; 95% CI 41.0% to 57.0% vs 31.5%; 95% CI 28.0% to 35.2%). Conclusions Our data provide guidance for healthcare professionals and decision-makers to identify individuals who should undergo genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Moreover, it supports informed decision-making of counselees on the uptake of genetic testing.
    Note: Gesehen am 12.03.2018
    In: Journal of medical genetics, London : BMJ Publishing Group, 1964, 53(2016), 7, Seite 465-471, 1468-6244
    In: volume:53
    In: year:2016
    In: number:7
    In: pages:465-471
    In: extent:7
    Language: English
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  • 7
    UID:
    (DE-627)1780423217
    Format: 12
    ISSN: 1098-2264
    Content: Pathogenic variants in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes are well known causes of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. Other genes involved in the homologous recombination pathway can also be associated with increased probability of cancer development, for example, breast and ovarian cancer, prostate and pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, and even childhood tumors like medulloblastoma. Traditionally, patients and families likely to harbor a genetic predisposition have been identified using personal and family history. Several checklists and risk prediction tools have proven to be useful in the clinic. Through the widespread application of next generation sequencing of tumor tissue, a growing number of individuals with genetic cancer predisposition is now identified molecularly, even in the absence of a suggestive family history. Any constitutional variant identified during molecular genetic testing has to be assessed for its relevance, both functionally and in the context of patient phenotype. Variant curation is time consuming, but has been increasingly standardized by introduction of several guidelines to allow reliable and reproducible classification of constitutional variants. Variant classification by expert panels using data mining tools, evidence-based decision trees and gene specific criteria represents the gold standard. Participation of geneticists in molecular tumor boards facilitates the curation of potential constitutional variants, germline validation and thus directing the patient to appropriate counselling and care pathways. Due to the high relevance of germline variants for treatment and surveillance of the index patient and predictive testing and surveillance of relatives, only pathogenic or likely pathogenic variants must be used for clinical decision-making.
    Note: First published: 20 October 2020 , Gesehen am 06.12.2021
    In: Genes, chromosomes & cancer, New York, NY : Wiley-Liss, 1989, 60(2021), 5, Seite 332-343, 1098-2264
    In: volume:60
    In: year:2021
    In: number:5
    In: pages:332-343
    In: extent:12
    Language: English
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  • 8
    UID:
    (DE-627)1700733559
    Format: 15
    ISSN: 1538-3598
    Content: 〈h3〉Importance〈/h3〉〈p〉Limited information about the relationship between specific mutations in〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉or〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉(〈i〉BRCA1/2〈/i〉) and cancer risk exists.〈/p〉〈h3〉Objective〈/h3〉〈p〉To identify mutation-specific cancer risks for carriers of〈i〉BRCA1/2〈/i〉.〈/p〉〈h3〉Design, Setting, and Participants〈/h3〉〈p〉Observational study of women who were ascertained between 1937 and 2011 (median, 1999) and found to carry disease-associated〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉or〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉mutations. The international sample comprised 19 581 carriers of〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉mutations and 11 900 carriers of〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉mutations from 55 centers in 33 countries on 6 continents. We estimated hazard ratios for breast and ovarian cancer based on mutation type, function, and nucleotide position. We also estimated RHR, the ratio of breast vs ovarian cancer hazard ratios. A value of RHR greater than 1 indicated elevated breast cancer risk; a value of RHR less than 1 indicated elevated ovarian cancer risk.〈/p〉〈h3〉Exposures〈/h3〉〈p〉Mutations of〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉or〈i〉BRCA2.〈/i〉〈/p〉〈h3〉Main Outcomes and Measures〈/h3〉〈p〉Breast and ovarian cancer risks.〈/p〉〈h3〉Results〈/h3〉〈p〉Among〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉mutation carriers, 9052 women (46%) were diagnosed with breast cancer, 2317 (12%) with ovarian cancer, 1041 (5%) with breast and ovarian cancer, and 7171 (37%) without cancer. Among〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉mutation carriers, 6180 women (52%) were diagnosed with breast cancer, 682 (6%) with ovarian cancer, 272 (2%) with breast and ovarian cancer, and 4766 (40%) without cancer. In〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉, we identified 3 breast cancer cluster regions (BCCRs) located at c.179 to c.505 (BCCR1; RHR = 1.46; 95% CI, 1.22-1.74;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = 2 × 10〈sup〉−6〈/sup〉), c.4328 to c.4945 (BCCR2; RHR = 1.34; 95% CI, 1.01-1.78;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = .04), and c. 5261 to c.5563 (BCCR2′, RHR = 1.38; 95% CI, 1.22-1.55;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = 6 × 10〈sup〉−9〈/sup〉). We also identified an ovarian cancer cluster region (OCCR) from c.1380 to c.4062 (approximately exon 11) with RHR = 0.62 (95% CI, 0.56-0.70;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = 9 × 10〈sup〉−17〈/sup〉). In〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉, we observed multiple BCCRs spanning c.1 to c.596 (BCCR1; RHR = 1.71; 95% CI, 1.06-2.78;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = .03), c.772 to c.1806 (BCCR1′; RHR = 1.63; 95% CI, 1.10-2.40;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = .01), and c.7394 to c.8904 (BCCR2; RHR = 2.31; 95% CI, 1.69-3.16;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = .00002). We also identified 3 OCCRs: the first (OCCR1) spanned c.3249 to c.5681 that was adjacent to c.5946delT (6174delT; RHR = 0.51; 95% CI, 0.44-0.60;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = 6 × 10〈sup〉−17〈/sup〉). The second OCCR spanned c.6645 to c.7471 (OCCR2; RHR = 0.57; 95% CI, 0.41-0.80;〈i〉P〈/i〉 = .001). Mutations conferring nonsense-mediated decay were associated with differential breast or ovarian cancer risks and an earlier age of breast cancer diagnosis for both〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉and〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉mutation carriers.〈/p〉〈h3〉Conclusions and Relevance〈/h3〉〈p〉Breast and ovarian cancer risks varied by type and location of〈i〉BRCA1/2〈/i〉mutations. With appropriate validation, these data may have implications for risk assessment and cancer prevention decision making for carriers of〈i〉BRCA1〈/i〉and〈i〉BRCA2〈/i〉mutations.〈/p〉
    Note: Gesehen am 17.06.2020
    In: American Medical Association, The journal of the American Medical Association, Chicago, Ill. : American Medical Association, 1883, 313(2015), 13, Seite 1347-1361, 1538-3598
    In: volume:313
    In: year:2015
    In: number:13
    In: pages:1347-1361
    In: extent:15
    Language: English
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  • 9
    UID:
    (DE-627)1810082218
    Format: 8
    ISSN: 1863-5490
    Content: Newborn screening (NBS) programs are considered among the most effective and efficient measures of secondary prevention in medicine. In individuals with medical conditions, genomic sequencing has become available in routine healthcare, and results from exome or genome sequencing may help to guide treatment decisions. Genomic sequencing in healthy or asymptomatic newborns (gNBS) is feasible and reveals clinically relevant disorders that are not detectable by biochemical analyses alone. However, the implementation of genomic sequencing in population-based screening programs comes with technological, clinical, ethical, and psychological issues, as well as economic and legal topics. Here, we address and discuss the most important questions to be considered when implementing gNBS, such as “which categories of results should be reported” or “which is the best time to return results”. We also offer ideas on how to balance expected benefits against possible harms to children and their families.
    Note: Gesehen am 13.07.2022
    In: Medizinische Genetik, Berlin : de Gruyter, 1998, 34(2022), 1, Seite 13-20, 1863-5490
    In: volume:34
    In: year:2022
    In: number:1
    In: pages:13-20
    In: extent:8
    Language: English
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  • 10
    UID:
    (DE-627)1664646930
    Format: 9
    ISSN: 1468-3148
    Content: BACKGROUND: Caring for a child with intellectual disability (ID) has been associated with increased social and psychological burdens. Diagnostic and prognostic uncertainty may enhance emotional stress in families. - METHOD: The present authors assessed the motivations, expectations, mental health, physical health and the quality of life of 194 parents whose children with intellectual disability were undergoing a genetic diagnostic workup. - RESULTS: Most parents considered a diagnosis highly relevant for their own emotional relief, their child's therapies and education, or family planning. Parental mental health was significantly lower compared with the normative sample, but physical health was not different. The severity of the child's intellectual disability correlated negatively with their parents' mental and physical health, quality of life, and positively with parental anxiety. - CONCLUSION: Healthcare providers should be aware of the disadvantages facing families with intellectually disabled children. Receiving practical, social and psychological support as well as genetic testing might be particularly relevant for families with severely disabled children.
    Note: Gesehen am 06.05.2019
    In: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities, Oxford [u.a.] : Wiley-Blackwell, 1996, (2019), Seite 1-9, 1468-3148
    In: year:2019
    In: pages:1-9
    In: extent:9
    Language: English
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