NCIt definition : Any type of recombination occurring within somatic cells and involving possible exchange
and frequent loss of segments of DNA by either homologous or nonhomologous recombination
of broken DNA strands. This process may be involved in lengthening telomeres and in
resolving breaks induced by radiation, mutagenic chemicals and collapsed replication
forks. Disruptions in mitotic recombination may result in predisposition to cancers.;