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disease > genetic disease > hereditary disease > Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
disease > tumor > benign neoplasm > intestinal polyp > Peutz-Jeghers syndrome
disease > polyposis > Peutz-Jeghers syndrome

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Peutz-Jeghers syndrome  

Definition

  • Peutz–Jeghers syndrome (often abbreviated PJS) is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder characterized by the development of benign hamartomatous polyps in the gastrointestinal tract and hyperpigmented macules on the lips and oral mucosa (melanosis). (Wikipedia)

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