\"Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome\" \u2013\u00a0What Is It?<\/h2><\/div>
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Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is a disease caused by pathogenic variants<\/span>, i.e., genetic changes in the STK11<\/em> gene. The appearance of polyps in the gastrointestinal tract and typical pigment spots on the skin and mucous membranes characterize it. There is also an increased risk of cancer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome \u2013 What Is It? (This Section)<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>