BAP1 Tumour Predisposition Syndrome is a condition that can make it more likely for someone to develop certain types of cancer. These cancers can affect places like the eyes, skin, kidneys, and the lining of the chest or tummy.
The patient information leaflet on this page provides answers to the following questions:
- What is BAP1 Tumour Predisposition Syndrome?
- What cancers are more likely in someone with BAP1 syndrome?
- What are BAP1-inactivated melanocytic tumours (BIMTs)?
- What is the cause of BAP1 syndrome?
- Will the BAP1 variant have been inherited from a parent?
- How can BAP1 syndrome be managed?
- What screening is offered to people with BAP1 syndrome?
- What can you do to lower your risk if you have BAP1 syndrome?
- What does an Kidney screening involve?
- What research opportunities are there?
- What Support Groups are available?
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For any queries relating to printing or local Trust use of this leaflet please contact Ian Kingsbury, Communications Lead: i.kingsbury@nhs.net