BRCA2 Gene Mutations
Information for People with an Inherited Mutation
What are the cancer risks for people with a mutation?
People with an in have increased risk for certain cancers, including:
- breast
- ovarian
- pancreatic
What can people with a mutation do?
People with a mutation have options for screening, prevention and treatment of . There are expert guidelines and clinical trials that focus on:
- screening and early detection
- risk-reduction
- treatment
The expert guidelines are updated every year based the results of new research.
There may be other medical concerns for people with a mutation, including a rare childhood disease known as Fanconi anemia which can happen in people who inherit a mutation in both copies of their gene.
Each of these topics is outlined in more detail in the sections highlighted below.
More Information on Mutations
Cancer Risks
Cancer risk estimates are updated based on the latest research. Read about the lifetime risk for different cancers in people with inherited BRCA2 mutations.
Risk Management Options
Read about the latest expert guidelines for cancer screening and prevention for people with a BRCA2 mutation. Learn about research studies enrolling high-risk patients.
Cancer Treatment Options
Tumor biomarker testing and genetic testing can provide additional clues about which treatments may work best for your cancer. People who test positive for a BRCA2 mutation may have additional treatment or clinical trial options available to them.
Other Considerations
People who inherit a mutation in both copies of their BRCA2 gene—one from each parent—have a rare disease known as Fanconi anemia. Learn additional information about inherited BRCA2 mutations.
More Resources
Participate in Prevention Research
The screening and prevention studies below are enrolling people with mutations. To search for more studies, visit our Search and Enroll Tool.
Participate in Treatment Research
The treatment studies below are enrolling people with mutations. To search for more studies, visit our Search and Enroll Tool.
