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Family History as a Dose-Dependent Risk Factor for Postpartum Venous Thromboembolism: Insights from a Nationwide Swedish Cohort Study

This study reveals that family history significantly elevates postpartum venous thromboembolism risk in primiparous women, with risk proportional to genetic relatedness and number of affected relatives.

Oct 13, 2026Sign in to read
Gastroenterology

Reevaluating Colorectal Cancer Surveillance in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: The Role of Family History Beyond Early-Onset Cases

A nationwide cohort study reveals that in IBD patients, colorectal cancer risk increases notably with multiple affected relatives, challenging current guidelines prioritizing early-onset family history for surveillance.

Sep 6, 2026
Cardiology

Assessing Cardiovascular Risk in First-Degree Relatives of Individuals with Elevated Lipoprotein(a): Insights from a Swedish Cohort Study

A cohort study demonstrates increased major cardiovascular event risk in first-degree relatives of individuals with high plasma lipoprotein(a), supporting cascade screening for targeted prevention.

Jul 12, 2026Sign in to read
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Family History Misses Actionable Germline Variants in Many Ovarian Cancer Patients Over 70

A large real-world registry study shows that ovarian cancer patients aged 70 and older still carry clinically actionable germline variants, often without a reported family history, supporting broader age-inclusive genetic testing.

May 13, 2026Sign in to read
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Refining Prostate Cancer Risk Prediction in Men of African Ancestry: Integrating Pathogenic Variants, Polygenic Scores, and Family History

This study identifies key germline variants and demonstrates how combining genetic data with family history improves personalized prostate cancer risk assessment in men of African ancestry, guiding future screening strategies.

Dec 17, 2025Sign in to read
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Quantifying Breast Cancer Risk: The Impact of Pathogenic Variants and Family History in US Women

This study evaluates cumulative breast cancer risks among US women based on pathogenic variant status and family history, revealing significant risk stratification that informs personalized screening and prevention.

Oct 10, 2025

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