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Theoretical Cancer Risk

Meaning

Theoretical cancer risk is a clinically derived estimate of the potential probability of developing a malignancy based on a combination of known genetic predispositions, lifestyle factors, and the use of exogenous therapeutic agents, such as hormone replacement therapy (HRT). This risk is not an absolute prediction but a calculated estimate based on epidemiological data and biological plausibility. Managing this theoretical risk involves careful patient selection, appropriate dosing, and regular clinical surveillance.