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Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome

Definition

Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome (BHDS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by the development of benign skin tumors, lung cysts, and an increased risk of kidney cancer. It is caused by mutations in the FLCN gene, which is responsible for producing a protein that suppresses tumor growth.

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