hrp0084fc5.3 | Endocrine Oncology/Turner | ESPE2015

Screening in Children with Succinate Dehydrogenase B (SDHB) Mutations: a Single Centre’s Family Clinic Experience

Shapiro Lucy , Srirangalingam Umasuthan , McAndrew Lorraine , Martin Lee , Tufton Nicola , Kumar Ajith , Drake William , Akker Scott , Storr Helen

Background: Germline mutations in SDHB gene are associated with the familial paraganglioma (PGL) syndrome that carries the highest malignant potential. Although penetrance is lower than initially described, lack of effective treatments for metastatic PGLs makes screening essential for early tumour detection, surgical removal and improved outcome. However, no consensus exists in relation to timing and mode of screening.Objective: To assess publis...