What is Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome?
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC) is a genetic condition that significantly increases the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancers. This syndrome is primarily linked to mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which are responsible for the repair of DNA damage. When these genes are mutated, the likelihood of developing cancer increases because the cells are less capable of repairing DNA errors.
