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Should regular screening brain MRIs be done for children with germline RB1 mutation in addition to eye exams?

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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology · Logan Health Medical Center

Yes, baseline brain MRI and routine screening approximately every 6 months until the age of 5 years is recommended in any heritable RB patient, including those with bilateral disease or unilateral disease with a family history of the disease (to account for those individuals who may not have an "ide...

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