Mortality and Cancer Risk among the Offspring (F1) of Atomic Bomb Survivors

Abstract

The Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission (ABCC) and its successor Radiation Effect Research Foundation (RERF) has over the years conducted many studies to determine possible genetic effects of atomic bomb radiation among the offspring of atomic bomb survivors. Findings concerning mortality and cancer incidence of the offspring are summarized in this chapter. © 1991, Journal of Radiation Research Editorial Committee. All rights reserved.