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Chahat, Nainwal N, Murti Y, Yadav S, Rawat P, Dhiman S, Kumar B. Advancements in targeting tumor suppressor genes (p53 and BRCA 1/2) in breast cancer therapy. Mol Divers 2024:10.1007/s11030-024-10964-z. [PMID: 39152355 DOI: 10.1007/s11030-024-10964-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 08/07/2024] [Indexed: 08/19/2024]
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Globally, among numerous cancer subtypes, breast cancer (BC) is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer affecting the female population. A female's family history significantly increases her risk of developing breast cancer. BC is caused by aberrant breast cells that proliferate and develop into tumors. It is estimated that 5-10% of breast carcinomas are inherited and involve genetic mutations that ensure the survival and prognosis of breast cancer cells. The most common genetic variations are responsible for hereditary breast cancer but are not limited to p53, BRCA1, and BRCA2. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are involved in genomic recombination, cell cycle monitoring, programmed cell death, and transcriptional regulation. When BRCA1 and 2 genetic variations are present in breast carcinoma, p53 irregularities become more prevalent. Both BRCA1/2 and p53 genes are involved in cell cycle monitoring. The present article discusses the current status of breast cancer research, spotlighting the tumor suppressor genes (BRCA1/2 and p53) along with structural activity relationship studies, FDA-approved drugs, and several therapy modalities for treating BC. Breast cancer drugs, accessible today in the market, have different side effects including anemia, pneumonitis, nausea, lethargy, and vomiting. Thus, the development of novel p53 and BRCA1/2 inhibitors with minimal possible side effects is crucial. We have covered compounds that have been examined subsequently (2020 onwards) in this overview which may be utilized as lead compounds. Further, we have covered mechanistic pathways to showcase the critical druggable targets and clinical and post-clinical drugs targeting them for their utility in BC.
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- Chahat
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, HNB Garhwal University, Chauras Campus, Srinagar, 246174, Uttarakhand, India
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- Uttaranchal Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Premanagar, Dehradun, 248007, Uttarakhand, India
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura, 281406, India
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- IES Institute of Technology and Management, IES University, Bhopal, 462044, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Graphic Era (Deemed to Be University), Clement Town, Dehradun, 248002, India
- Graphic Era Hill University Clement Town, Dehradun, 248002, India
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- Centre for Research Impact & Outcome, Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Rajpura, 140401, Punjab, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, HNB Garhwal University, Chauras Campus, Srinagar, 246174, Uttarakhand, India.
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Hodan R, Picus M, Stanclift C, Ormond KE, Pichardo JM, Kurian AW, Ricker C, Idos GE. Family communication of cancer genetic test results in an ethnically diverse population: a qualitative exploration of more than 200 patients. J Community Genet 2024:10.1007/s12687-024-00712-z. [PMID: 38814439 DOI: 10.1007/s12687-024-00712-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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Previous research on family communication of cancer genetic test results has primarily focused on non-Hispanic White patients with high-risk pathogenic variants (PV). There are limited data on patient communication of moderate-risk PVs, variants of uncertain significance (VUS), and negative results. This qualitative study examined communication of positive, negative, and VUS hereditary cancer multi-gene panel (MGP) results in an ethnically and socioeconomically diverse population. As part of a multicenter, prospective cohort study of 2000 patients who underwent MGP testing at three hospitals in California, USA, free-text written survey responses to the question: "Feel free to share any thoughts or experiences with discussing genetic test results with others" were collected from participant questionnaires administered at 3 and 12-months post results disclosure. Content and thematic analyses were performed using a theory-driven analysis, Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), on 256 responses from 214 respondents. Respondents with high perceived utility of sharing genetic test results often reported positive attitudes towards sharing test results and direct encouragement for genetic testing of others. Respondents with high self-efficacy in the sharing process were likely to report high perceived utility of sharing, whereas patients with low self-efficacy more often had VUS results and were more likely to report uncertainty about sharing. Consistent with TPB, our findings suggest that clinician reinforcement of the utility of genetic testing may increase intent for patients to communicate genetic information. Our findings suggest that clinicians should focus on strategies to improve patient understanding of VUS results.
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- Rachel Hodan
- Cancer Genetics and Genomics, Stanford Health Care, Stanford, CA, USA.
- Department of Pediatrics (Genetics), Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA.
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- Department of Genetics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Genetics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Genetics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
- Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
- Health Ethics and Policy Lab, Department of Health Sciences and Technology, (DHEST), ETH-Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Epidemiology and Population Health, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
- Department of Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- University of Southern California Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Los Angeles General Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, City of Hope, Duarte, CA, USA
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Burnell M, Gaba F, Sobocan M, Desai R, Sanderson S, Loggenberg K, Gessler S, Side L, Brady AF, Dorkins H, Wallis Y, Jacobs C, Legood R, Beller U, Tomlinson I, Wardle J, Menon U, Jacobs I, Manchanda R. Randomised trial of population-based BRCA testing in Ashkenazi Jews: long-term secondary lifestyle behavioural outcomes. BJOG 2022; 129:1970-1980. [PMID: 35781768 PMCID: PMC9796935 DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.17253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2021] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Ashkenazi-Jewish (AJ) population-based BRCA testing is acceptable, cost-effective and amplifies primary prevention for breast & ovarian cancer. However, data describing lifestyle impact are lacking. We report long-term results of population-based BRCA testing on lifestyle behaviour and cancer risk perception. DESIGN Two-arm randomised controlled trials (ISRCTN73338115, GCaPPS): (a) population-screening (PS); (b) family history (FH)/clinical criteria testing. SETTING North London AJ-population. POPULATION/SAMPLE AJ women/men >18 years. EXCLUSIONS prior BRCA testing or first-degree relatives of BRCA-carriers. METHODS Participants were recruited through self-referral. All participants received informed pre-test genetic counselling. The intervention included genetic testing for three AJ BRCA-mutations: 185delAG(c.68_69delAG), 5382insC(c.5266dupC) and 6174delT(c.5946delT). This was undertaken for all participants in the PS arm and participants fulfilling FH/clinical criteria in the FH arm. Patients filled out customised/validated questionnaires at baseline/1-year/2-year/3-year follow-ups. Generalised linear-mixed models adjusted for covariates and appropriate contrast tests were used for between-group/within-group analysis of lifestyle and behavioural outcomes along with evaluating factors associated with these outcomes. Outcomes are adjusted for multiple testing (Bonferroni method), with P < 0.0039 considered significant. OUTCOME MEASURES Lifestyle/behavioural outcomes at baseline/1-year/2-year/3-year follow-ups. RESULTS 1034 participants were randomised to PS (n = 530) or FH (n = 504) arms. No significant difference was identified between PS- and FH-based BRCA testing approaches in terms of dietary fruit/vegetable/meat consumption, vitamin intake, alcohol quantity/ frequency, smoking behaviour (frequency/cessation), physical activity/exercise or routine breast mammogram screening behaviour, with outcomes not affected by BRCA test result. Cancer risk perception decreased with time following BRCA testing, with no difference between FH/PS approaches, and the perception of risk was lowest in BRCA-negative participants. Men consumed fewer fruits/vegetables/vitamins and more meat/alcohol than women (P < 0.001). CONCLUSION Population-based and FH-based AJ BRCA testing have similar long-term lifestyle impacts on smoking, alcohol, dietary fruit/vegetable/meat/vitamin, exercise, breast screening participation and reduced cancer risk perception.
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- Matthew Burnell
- MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL, Institute of Clinical Trials and MethodologyUniversity College LondonLondonUK
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- Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Barts CRUK Cancer CentreQueen Mary University of LondonLondonUK,Department of Gynaecological OncologyBarts Health NH TrustLondonUK
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- Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Barts CRUK Cancer CentreQueen Mary University of LondonLondonUK,Department of Gynaecological OncologyBarts Health NH TrustLondonUK
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- Department of Gynaecological OncologyBarts Health NH TrustLondonUK
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- Behavioural Sciences UnitDepartment Epidemiology and Public HealthUniversity College LondonLondonUK
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- Department Clinical GeneticsNorth East Thames Regional Genetics UnitGreat Ormond Street HospitalLondonUK
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- Department of Gynaecological OncologyInstitute for Women's HealthUniversity College LondonLondonUK
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- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation TrustSouthamptonUK
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- Department Clinical GeneticsNorth West Thames Regional Genetics UnitNorthwick Park HospitalLondonUK
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- St Peter's CollegeUniversity of OxfordOxfordUK
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- West Midlands Regional Genetics LaboratoryBirmingham Women's NHS Foundation TrustBirminghamUK,Depatment Clinical GeneticsWest Midlands Regional Genetics ServiceBirmingham Women's NHS Foundation TrustBirminghamUK
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- Depatment Clinical GeneticsGuy's HospitalLondonUK,University of Technology SydneySydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- Department of Health Services Research and PolicyLondon School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineLondonUK
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- Department of GynaecologyShaare Zedek Medical CenterJerusalemIsrael
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- Institute of Cancer and Genomic SciencesUniversity of BirminghamBirminghamUK
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- Behavioural Sciences UnitDepartment Epidemiology and Public HealthUniversity College LondonLondonUK
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- Department of Gynaecological OncologyBarts Health NH TrustLondonUK
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- University of New South WalesSydneyNew South WalesAustralia
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- MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL, Institute of Clinical Trials and MethodologyUniversity College LondonLondonUK,Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Barts CRUK Cancer CentreQueen Mary University of LondonLondonUK,Department of Gynaecological OncologyBarts Health NH TrustLondonUK,Department of Health Services Research and PolicyLondon School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineLondonUK,Department of GynaecologyAll India Institute of Medical SciencesNew DelhiIndia
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Søby AKH, Andersen CM, Bille C, Larsen BF, Heidemann LN, Johansen RA, Timm H, Roessler KK. What do women at high risk of breast cancer request of a patient education day? Focus interviews with women before and after deciding about prophylactic interventions. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2022; 31:e13588. [PMID: 35396775 PMCID: PMC9539475 DOI: 10.1111/ecc.13588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 02/12/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Objective At a Danish Hospital, we wished to establish a co‐designed patient education day about prophylactic interventions for women at high risk of developing breast cancer. However, knowledge is lacking on the women's acceptability and requests for content. The objective of this study is to gain knowledge about the acceptability and requests of the content of a patient education day among women at high risk of breast cancer considering prophylactic mastectomy. Methods A user panel consisting of patients and health care professionals developed an interview guide for two focus interviews with two groups of women at high risk of breast cancer; one group had received a prophylactic mastectomy and one group considered it. Thematic analysis was used to explore the participants' acceptability and requests for content. Results Meaningful content was knowledge about prophylactic interventions, how to share knowledge with partners and children, and talking to equals in a safe forum. Not all participants wished to discuss own surgery in a group setting. Conclusion An education day is an acceptable and supportive format for gaining knowledge about surgery, but since some topics may be vulnerable to discuss in a group setting to some women, we suggest the education day as a valuable supplement to the individual consultations.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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Bertonazzi B, Turchetti D, Godino L. Outcomes of support groups for carriers of BRCA 1/2 pathogenic variants and their relatives: a systematic review. Eur J Hum Genet 2022; 30:398-405. [PMID: 35082397 PMCID: PMC8989997 DOI: 10.1038/s41431-022-01044-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Revised: 12/14/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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People tested positive for BRCA1/2 face an increased risk of cancer; to help them cope with the genetic information received, support to BRCA1/2 families should be continued after testing. Nonetheless how such support should be provided has not been established yet. As a potentially valuable option is represented by support groups, the aim of this systematic review was to assess studies exploring the outcomes of support groups for BRCA1/2 carriers. This study adhered to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines and was registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) database (CRD42021238416). Peer-reviewed papers published between January 1995 and February 2021 were searched for, using four databases. Among 1586 records identified, 34 papers were reviewed in full-text and eleven were included in the qualitative synthesis of the results. Three themes emerged as major focuses of support groups: risk management decisions, family dynamics and risk communication, and psychosocial functioning. Our findings show that support groups proved helpful in supporting women's decision-making on risk-reducing options. Moreover, during those interventions, BRCA1/2 carriers had the opportunity to share thoughts and feelings, and felt that mutual support through interacting with other mutation carriers help them release the emotional pressure. However, no significant impact was reported in improving family communication. Overall, a high level of satisfaction and perceived helpfulness was reported for support group. The findings suggest that support groups represent a valuable tool for improving BRCA1/2 families care.
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- Benedetta Bertonazzi
- U.O.C. Genetica Medica, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- U.O.C. Genetica Medica, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
- Centro di Ricerca sui Tumori Ereditari, Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
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- U.O.C. Genetica Medica, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
- Centro di Ricerca sui Tumori Ereditari, Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Dwyer AA, Hesse-Biber S, Shea H, Zeng Z, Yi S. Coping response and family communication of cancer risk in men harboring a BRCA mutation: A mixed methods study. Psychooncology 2021; 31:486-495. [PMID: 34582073 DOI: 10.1002/pon.5831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 09/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Providing genetic counseling and genetic testing to at-risk blood relatives (cascade screening) is important for improving BRCA cancer outcomes. Intra-familial communication of risk is critical for cascade screening efforts yet relatively little is known about men's role in communicating BRCA risk. We sought to examine men's coping response to their BRCA status and intra-familial communication of risk to inform the development of tailored interventions that could promote cascade screening. METHODS We employed a sequential mixed-methods design. First, we measured coping response (quantitative) using the Multidimensional Impact of Cancer Risk Assessment (MICRA). MICRA scores were compared between BRCA+ men, BRCA- men and BRCA+ women. Subsequently, we used template analysis to analyze qualitative interviews exploring coping and intra-familial communication of risk. The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) served as a guiding framework for identifying intervention targets. RESULTS BRCA+ men (n = 36) had significantly higher levels of distress (p < 0.001), uncertainty (p < 0.001) and negative experiences (p < 0.05) compared to BRCA- male counterparts (n = 23). BRCA+ men had significantly lower distress (p < 0.001) and uncertainty (p < 0.001) than BRCA+ women (n = 406). Qualitative analysis of in-depth interviews with BRCA+ men (n = 35) identified promoters and barriers to active coping response and intra-familial communication of risk. Mapping results onto the TPB identified targets for tailoring person-centered approaches for men addressing beliefs/attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. CONCLUSIONS Men and women appear to have different coping responses to learning their BRCA status. Developing tailored (sex-based), theory informed interventions may help promote intra-familial communication of BRCA risk and support cascade screening.
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- Andrew A Dwyer
- William F. Connell School of Nursing, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA.,Munn Center for Nursing Research, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Sociology, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA
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- Lynch School of Education and Human Development, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics and Assessment, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA
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Barnett M, Breen KE, Kennedy JA, Hernandez M, Matsoukas K, MacGregor M. Psychosocial interventions and needs among individuals and families with Li-Fraumeni syndrome: A scoping review. Clin Genet 2021; 101:161-182. [PMID: 34355387 DOI: 10.1111/cge.14042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/29/2021] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS), a rare cancer predisposition syndrome caused by germline mutations in the TP53 gene, is associated with significant lifetime risk of developing cancer and warrants extensive and long-term surveillance. There are psychosocial impacts on individuals and families living with this condition, from the initial diagnosis throughout multiple stages across the lifespan, but these impacts have not been systematically reviewed and organized. The objective of this scoping review was to synthesize and characterize the literature on psychosocial screening and outcomes, educational needs, support services, and available interventions for patients and families with LFS. A systematic search of six databases was most recently conducted in August 2020: (PubMed/MEDLINE (NLM), EMBASE (Elsevier), Cochrane Library (Wiley), CINAHL (EBSCO), PsycINFO (OVID), and Web of Science (Clarivate Analytics). A total of 15 757 titles were screened, and 24 articles included. Several important themes were identified across studies: factors associated with TP53 genetic testing, LFS surveillance, psychological outcomes, and communication. Findings related to these themes were organized into age-specific categories (age agnostic/across the lifespan, childhood, adolescence and young adulthood, and adulthood).
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- Marie Barnett
- Department of Psychiatry, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City, USA
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- Medical Library, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City, USA.,Medical Library, City University of New York School of Medicine, New York City, USA
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Castelo M, Brown Z, D'Abbondanza JA, Wasilewski NV, Eisen A, Muradali D, Hansen BE, Grunfeld E, Scheer AS. Psychological consequences of MRI-based screening among women with strong family histories of breast cancer. Breast Cancer Res Treat 2021; 189:497-508. [PMID: 34213659 DOI: 10.1007/s10549-021-06300-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2021] [Accepted: 06/13/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE MRI-based screening in women with a ≥ 25% lifetime risk of breast cancer , but no identifiable genetic mutations may be associated with false positives. This study examined the psychological impact of abnormal screens and biopsies in non-mutation carriers participating in high-risk screening with no personal history of breast cancer. METHODS Non-mutation carriers participating in the High-Risk Ontario Breast Screening Program at two sites were mailed demographic surveys, psychological scales, and chart review consent. Scales included the Consequences of Screening in Breast Cancer questionnaire, Lerman Breast Cancer Worry Scale, and Worry Interference Scale. Missing data were managed with multiple imputation. Multivariable regression was used to assess whether abnormal screens or biopsies were associated with adverse psychological effects. RESULTS After contacting 465 participants, 169 non-mutation carriers were included. Median age was 46 years (range 30-65). Over a median 3 years of screening, 63.9% of women experienced at least one abnormal screen, and 24.9% underwent biopsies. Statements relating to cancer worry/anxiety scored highest, with 19.5% indicating they worried "a lot". Higher scores among anxiety-related statements were strongly associated with higher dejection scores. Overall, coping and daily functioning were preserved. Women indicated some positive reactions to screening, including improved existential values and reassurance they do not have breast cancer. Abnormal screens and biopsies were not significantly associated with any psychological scale, even after adjustment for patient characteristics. CONCLUSION Non-mutation carriers undergoing MRI-based screening had considerable baseline anxiety and cancer worry, although daily functioning was not impaired. Abnormal screens and biopsies did not appear to have adverse psychological effects.
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- Matthew Castelo
- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.,Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada.,Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada.,Department of Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Health Sciences North, Sudbury, ON, Canada.,Northern Ontario School of Medicine, Sudbury, ON, Canada
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- Odette Cancer Center, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Medical Imaging, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada. .,Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada. .,Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada. .,Department of Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada. .,Division of General Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, 3-005 Donnelly Wing, 30 Bond St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1W8, Canada.
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Boghosian T, McCuaig JM, Carlsson L, Metcalfe KA. Psychosocial Interventions for Women with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 Mutation: A Scoping Review. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:cancers13071486. [PMID: 33804884 PMCID: PMC8037801 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13071486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Women with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation are at an increased risk of developing hereditary breast and ovarian cancers. While genetic counselling by genetic counsellors takes place before and after receiving the results of genetic testing, genetic counsellors are not involved in the patient’s long-term psychosocial follow-up. Genetic testing can cause short-term and long-term distress in women with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation, and follow-up supports may be necessary for some women. As the uptake of genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer increases, the need for additional sources of support may be needed. This review examined the effectiveness of psychological and psychoeducational interventions for BRCA mutation carriers. Abstract This scoping review aimed to explore the effectiveness of psychological and psychoeducational interventions for BRCA mutation carriers. Four electronic bibliographic databases were searched. After review, 23 articles that described or assessed forms of an additional psychosocial intervention for individuals with a BRCA mutation were identified and included. Intervention types discussed in the articles were telephone-based peer-to-peer counselling (5), online communities (4), in-person group counselling (8), and one-day sessions (6). Outcomes investigated within the articles included psychosocial outcomes (18), satisfaction (8), health behaviours (7), and knowledge (5). The included studies suggested that telephone-based peer-to-peer counselling and online communities improve patient knowledge and psychosocial functioning and can overcome challenges such as scheduling and travel associated with in-person support groups, but may have challenges with recruitment and retainment of participants. Group in-person education sessions satisfied the need amongst BRCA1/2 carriers in terms of accessing necessary information regarding cancer risk assessment and management; however, the impact of group education sessions on psychological outcomes was variable across the included studies. Overall, all the forms of intervention described in this scoping review were well-received by participants; some have been shown to reduce distress, depression, and anxiety.
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- Talin Boghosian
- Women’s College Research Institute, Women’s College Hospital, Toronto, ON M5G 1N8, Canada;
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- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 1P8, Canada; (J.M.M.); (L.C.)
- Familial Cancer Clinic, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network, Toronto, ON M5G 2M9, Canada
- Department of Molecular Genetics, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 3A9, Canada
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- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 1P8, Canada; (J.M.M.); (L.C.)
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- Women’s College Research Institute, Women’s College Hospital, Toronto, ON M5G 1N8, Canada;
- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M5T 1P8, Canada; (J.M.M.); (L.C.)
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Bednar EM, Sun CC, McCurdy S, Vernon SW. Assessing relatives’ readiness for hereditary cancer cascade genetic testing. Genet Med 2019; 22:719-726. [DOI: 10.1038/s41436-019-0735-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Revised: 12/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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McKinnon W. CANCER GENETICS. Cancer 2019. [DOI: 10.1002/9781119645214.ch32] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Kwiatkowski F, Gay-Bellile M, Dessenne P, Laquet C, Boussion V, Béguinot M, Petit MF, Grémeau AS, Verlet C, Chaptal C, Broult M, Jouvency S, Duclos M, Bignon YJ. BRACAVENIR: an observational study of expectations and coping in young women with high hereditary risk of breast and ovarian cancer. Hered Cancer Clin Pract 2019; 17:7. [PMID: 30858899 PMCID: PMC6391839 DOI: 10.1186/s13053-019-0107-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Accepted: 02/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background In families with high risk of hereditary breast/ovarian cancer (HBOC), women before age 30 do not yet undergo clinical screening, but they are exposed to contradictory information from diverse sources. They may be presented with surgical prevention options at a key moment of their identity construction, the start of a marital relationship and/or at the onset of procreation projects. We tested an original psychoeducational intervention to help these women better cope with these difficult issues. Methods Seven young female counselees (26.4 ± 2.9 years [23–30]) from the Oncogenetics Department at Jean Perrin Comprehensive Cancer Center were enrolled. A weekend group workshop composed of short conferences, group sharing and role playing activities was supervised by a psychotherapist. A longitudinal analysis of questionnaires over one year of follow-up was performed. The Herth Hope Inventory was evaluated, as well as self-esteem, anxiety, perceived control, coping, and quality of life. Participants’ comments were collected by a genetic counselor throughout the workshop. Results All participants were BRCA mutation carriers and six had lived with a close relative affected by breast/ovarian cancer. Hope, self-esteem and quality of life increased during the year after the workshop (p = 0.0003). Coping by focus on the problem increased in the first 6 months (p = 0.011) and returned to baseline values at one year, while coping by focus on emotions decreased steadily (p = 0.021). Debriefing from the workshop highlighted the new medical opportunities proposed and the challenges these young women face, such as whether to have prophylactic surgery, and if so before or after having children, and how surgery might affect their relationship with their partner. Conclusion A tailored two-day psychoeducational workshop may be sufficient to improve the way young women with BRCA mutations deal with the implications of HBOC risk. Trial registration BRACAVENIR was registered in ClinicalTrials.gov with no NCT02705924. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s13053-019-0107-7) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Fabrice Kwiatkowski
- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- 4Gynecology, CHU Estaing, 1 Place Lucie Aubrac, 63000 Clermont Ferrand, France
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- 5Social services, Centre Jean Perrin, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- 6Nutrition, Centre Jean Perrin, Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- 7Sports Medicine and functional explorations, CHU Gabriel Montpied, CRNH, INRA, University of Clermont Auvergne, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Oncogenetics department, Comprehensive Cancer Center Jean Perrin, 58, rue Montalembert, 63011 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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Cohen SA, Scherr CL, Nixon DM. An iPhone Application Intervention to Promote Surveillance Among Women with a BRCA Mutation: Pre-intervention Data. J Genet Couns 2018; 27:446-456. [PMID: 29429041 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-018-0224-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2017] [Accepted: 01/26/2018] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Women with BRCA mutations, at significantly increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer, do not consistently adhere to management guidelines due to lack of awareness and challenges tracking appointments. We developed an iPhone application (app) to help BRCA carriers manage their surveillance. We explored baseline awareness and adherence to surveillance guidelines and analytic data from 21 months of app use. Descriptive statistics were calculated on responses (N = 86) to a survey about surveillance awareness and practices. The majority were aware of breast surveillance guidelines, but only one third were aware of ovarian surveillance guidelines. In practice, the majority reported a clinical breast exam within 6 months, just over half reported a mammogram and breast MRI in the last year, and under half reported ovarian surveillance in the last year. Nearly 50% reported difficulty remembering appointments. Although only 69 received access codes, 284 unique users attempted to enter the app, which was visible in the iTunes store but only available to those with a study code. Evaluation of analytic data demonstrated user engagement with study participants accessing the app 427 times over the 21-month time period (range 2-57; mean = 6.28). Results indicate participants were more likely to know screening guidelines than practice them. There was interest in the app and users were engaged, suggesting app value. We will send a follow-up survey after 18 months of app use for additional evaluation and feedback.
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- Stephanie A Cohen
- Cancer Genetics Risk Assessment Program, 8402 Harcourt Rd #324, St. Vincent Health, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA.
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- Cancer Genetics Risk Assessment Program, 8402 Harcourt Rd #324, St. Vincent Health, Indianapolis, IN, 46260, USA
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Daly MB, Montgomery S, Bingler R, Ruth K. Communicating genetic test results within the family: Is it lost in translation? A survey of relatives in the randomized six-step study. Fam Cancer 2017; 15:697-706. [PMID: 26897130 PMCID: PMC5010833 DOI: 10.1007/s10689-016-9889-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Genetic testing for cancer susceptibility genes is increasingly being integrated into medical care. Test results help inform risks of the individual being tested as well as family members who could benefit from knowing the results. The responsibility for informing relatives of genetic test results falls on the proband, the first family member being tested. However, there are several challenges associated with sharing genetic test results within families including incomplete understanding of test results, emotional distance among family members, and poor communication skills. In this paper we describe the communication process between probands randomized to receive BRCA1/2 genetic test results in an enhanced versus a standard of care counseling session, and their first degree relatives with whom they shared results. We contacted 561 first degree relatives of probands who had undergone BRCA1/2 genetic testing to measure their level of understanding of the test results, their difficulty and distress upon hearing the results, the impact of the test results on their risk perception, and their intention to pursue genetic counseling/testing. 82.1 % of relatives correctly reported the test results of their proband. Distress upon hearing the test result was highest for those relatives whose proband received informative test results. Relatives reported a decrease in cancer risk perception after hearing the test results, regardless of the type of result. Intention to pursue counseling/testing was low, even among those relatives whose proband received informative test results. Male relatives were less likely to be informed of test results and more likely to forget hearing them. These results suggest ways to improve the communication process within families.
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- Mary B Daly
- Department of Clinical Genetics, Timothy R. Talbot Jr. Chair for Cancer Research, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA.
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- Risk Assessment Program, Department of Clinical Genetics, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA
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- Department of Clinical Genetics, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA
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Meiser B, Wong WKT, Peate M, Julian-Reynier C, Kirk J, Mitchell G. Motivators and barriers of tamoxifen use as risk-reducing medication amongst women at increased breast cancer risk: a systematic literature review. Hered Cancer Clin Pract 2017; 15:14. [PMID: 28943990 PMCID: PMC5607482 DOI: 10.1186/s13053-017-0075-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2017] [Accepted: 09/14/2017] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Selective estrogen receptor modulators, such as tamoxifen, reduce breast cancer risk by up to 50% in women at increased risk for breast cancer. Despite tamoxifen’s well-established efficacy, many studies show that most women are not taking up tamoxifen. This systematic literature review aimed to identify the motivators and barriers to tamoxifen use ‘s amongst high-risk women. Methods Using MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and Embase plus reviewing reference lists of relevant articles published between 1995 and 2016, 31 studies (published in 35 articles) were identified, which addressed high-risk women’s decisions about risk-reducing medication to prevent breast cancer and were peer-reviewed primary clinical studies. Results A range of factors were identified as motivators of, and barriers to, tamoxifen uptake including: perceived risk, breast-cancer-related anxiety, health professional recommendation, perceived drug effectiveness, concerns about side-effects, knowledge and access to information about side-effects, beliefs about the role of risk-reducing medication, provision of a biomarker, preference for other forms of breast cancer risk reduction, previous treatment experience, concerns about randomization in clinical trial protocols and finally altruism. Conclusions Results indicate that the decision for high-risk women regarding tamoxifen use or non-use as a risk-reducing medication is not straightforward. Support of women making this decision is essential and needs to encompass the full range of factors, both informational and psychological.
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- B Meiser
- Prince of Wales Clinical School, UNSW, Level 4, Lowy Cancer Research Centre C25, Sydney, NSW 2052 Australia
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- Prince of Wales Clinical School, UNSW, Level 4, Lowy Cancer Research Centre C25, Sydney, NSW 2052 Australia.,School of Social Sciences and Prince of Wales Clinical School, UNSW Sydney, Kensington, NSW 2052 Australia
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- Prince of Wales Clinical School, UNSW, Level 4, Lowy Cancer Research Centre C25, Sydney, NSW 2052 Australia.,Department of Obstetrics and Oncology, Royal Women's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 3052 Australia
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- Familial Cancer Service, Westmead Hospital, Hawkesbury Road, Westmead, NSW 2145 Australia.,Westmead Millennium Institute for Medical Research at the University of Sydney, PO Box 412, Westmead, NSW 2145 Australia
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- Sir Peter MacCallum Dept of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC 3010 Australia.,Familial Cancer Centre, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC 8006 Australia
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Young JL, Werner-Lin A, Mueller R, Hoskins L, Epstein N, Greene MH. Longitudinal cancer risk management trajectories of BRCA1/2 mutation-positive reproductive-age women. J Psychosoc Oncol 2017; 35:393-408. [PMID: 28332940 DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2017.1292574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Young women with BRCA1/2 mutations face difficult health-care decisions regarding family formation, fertility, breastfeeding, and whether/when to undergo cancer risk-reducing surgery. This longitudinal qualitative study investigated these life choices during the reproductive years. We conducted two semistructured interviews over three years with 12 reproductive-age BRCA1/2-positive women. Researchers coded transcripts to examine the evolution of risk perceptions, risk management, and family planning decisions. To cope with the conflict between cancer risk reduction versus plans for pregnancy, breastfeeding, and child rearing, participants deliberately prioritized either risk reducing surgery or family formation goals. Implications for mutation carriers and health-care providers are outlined.
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- Jennifer Louise Young
- a Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, Clinical Genetics Branch , National Cancer Institute , Bethesda , MD , USA.,b Department of Family Science , University of Maryland at College Park , College Park , MD , USA
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- c School of Social Policy and Practice , University of Pennsylvania , Philadelphia , PA , USA
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- d School of Arts and Sciences , University of Pennsylvania , Philadelphia , PA , USA
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- a Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, Clinical Genetics Branch , National Cancer Institute , Bethesda , MD , USA
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- b Department of Family Science , University of Maryland at College Park , College Park , MD , USA
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- a Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, Clinical Genetics Branch , National Cancer Institute , Bethesda , MD , USA
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BRACAVENIR - impact of a psychoeducational intervention on expectations and coping in young women (aged 18-30 years) exposed to a high familial breast/ovarian cancer risk: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials 2016; 17:509. [PMID: 27769293 PMCID: PMC5073830 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-016-1642-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2016] [Accepted: 10/06/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Young women exposed to a high hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) risk are particularly vulnerable. They are ignored by health prevention measures but exposed to a stream of contradictory information (medicine, media, Internet). They may feel concerned about surgical prevention issues at a key moment of their identity construction (self, relationship, sexuality). We designed a special psychoeducational intervention to help these women cope better with these difficulties. Methods/design The BRACAVENIR study consists of a prospective, randomized superiority phase II trial with a wait list control group. Participants are childless young female counselees (aged 18–30 years) seen at the oncogenetics department of the Centre Jean Perrin and belonging to HBOC families either with or without BRCA mutations. They will be invited to attend a weekend group session at a spa resort and to participate in short expert conferences and focus group activities (group sharing, Moreno role game) supervised by a psychotherapist. Two sessions separated by a 6-month delay (wait list) will enable us to evaluate the intervention’s effect by comparing questionnaire scores between the 6-month time points. The main endpoint is an increase of the Herth Hope Index by at least 1 SD. Secondary endpoints are self-esteem, anxiety trait, anxiety state, coping, and quality of life. With a one-sided α = 0.05 and β = 0.20, 12 participants will be needed by group, plus an additional 2 in anticipation of dropouts. Participants will be randomized 1:1 to the first or the second session so that the groups will be comparable. Discussion The intent of this trial is to bridge the gap on a psychosocial level in these young women with HBOC. A particularity of the design is the use of a waiting list, which should allow for avoiding major bias. The intervention consists of a short session that could be proposed to other young counselees if successful. The results may bring complementary information to facilitate the intervention and also influence the contents of the oncogenetic consultation. Trial registration Ethics committee CPP SUD-EST-6: IRB00008526. Registered on 18 March 2016. ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02705924. Registered on 2 March 2016. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13063-016-1642-4) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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Educational and Psychosocial Support Needs in Lynch Syndrome: Implementation and Assessment of an Educational Workshop and Support Group. J Genet Couns 2016; 26:232-243. [PMID: 27734221 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-016-0015-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2016] [Accepted: 09/01/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Few reports of educational and counseling support resources exist for Lynch syndrome (LS), a disorder requiring multi-organ cancer screening and specialized medical care throughout adult life. Here we describe the development and efficacy of two resources designed to address this need, the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Clinical Genetics Service annual Lynch Syndrome Educational Workshop (LSEW), and a quarterly Lynch Syndrome Patient Advocacy Network (LSPAN) support group. The LSEW and LSPAN were implemented beginning in 2012. Participant survey data evaluating satisfaction, clarity, and unmet needs for each event were retrospectively analyzed and summarized using descriptive statistics. Annual LSEW attendance ranged from 53 to 75 total participants. LSEW year 1 participants indicated a need for a support group, and preferred in-person meetings at a frequency of every 3-6 months. For LSEW year 2-5 participants, >96 % reported satisfaction with the LSEW, and >82 % expressed interest in secure online support. Common themes for improvement included increased time for question and answer sessions and additional introductory genetics education. Responding LSPAN participants (n = 57 total survey responses in 11 meetings) found the meetings helpful (100 %), information clear (91 %), and presence of a genetic counselor useful (67 %). Desired discussion topics included coping with stress and anxiety, development of a support network, family communication about LS, genetic testing decisions, and bereavement. Following genetic counseling, a need exists for ongoing educational and emotional support in LS. Implementation of resources such as the LSEW and LSPAN is feasible and perceived as helpful by participants.
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Visser A, van Laarhoven HWM, Woldringh GH, Hoogerbrugge N, Prins JB. Peer support and additional information in group medical consultations (GMCs) for BRCA1/2 mutation carriers: A randomized controlled trial. Acta Oncol 2015; 55:178-87. [PMID: 26114234 DOI: 10.3109/0284186x.2015.1049292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Group medical consultations (GMCs) provide individual medical visits in the presence of ≤ 7 peer- patients. This study evaluated the efficacy of GMCs in the yearly breast cancer surveillance of BRCA mutation carriers. MATERIAL AND METHODS This randomized controlled trial compared GMCs (intervention group, n = 63) with individual medical visits (control group, n = 59). Between-group differences on the primary outcomes distress and empowerment, were analyzed one week and three months after the visit. Feasibility is evaluated in terms of demand, acceptability and practicability. RESULTS No between-group differences were found on primary outcomes. More themes were discussed in GMCs. Seventy-five percent of GMC-participants experienced peer support. Carriers reported significantly higher satisfaction with individual visits. GMCs were less time-efficient. CONCLUSION This is the first GMC study which reports results in favor of individual visits. The hereditary nature of the condition differentiates our study population from earlier studied GMC groups. Even though most participants experienced peer support and received more information, the lower patient satisfaction may be explained by the lack of individual time with the clinician and disruption of normal surveillance routines. As the need for peer support and additional information is present in a substantial part of carriers, future research should study the process of peer support.
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- Annemiek Visser
- a Department of Medical Psychology , Radboud university medical center , Nijmegen , the Netherlands
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- b Department of Medical Oncology , Radboud university medical center , Nijmegen , the Netherlands
- c Department of Medical Oncology , Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam , Amsterdam , the Netherlands
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- d Department of Genetics , Radboud university medical center , Nijmegen , the Netherlands
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- d Department of Genetics , Radboud university medical center , Nijmegen , the Netherlands
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- a Department of Medical Psychology , Radboud university medical center , Nijmegen , the Netherlands
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Landau C, Lev-Ari S, Cohen-Mansfield J, Tillinger E, Geva R, Tarrasch R, Mitnik I, Friedman E. Randomized controlled trial of Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction (IBSR) technique forBRCA1/2mutation carriers. Psychooncology 2014; 24:726-31. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.3703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2014] [Revised: 09/11/2014] [Accepted: 09/14/2014] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Carla Landau
- Institute of Oncology, Tel-Aviv Medical Center; Tel Aviv Israel
- Department of health promotion, Sackler Faculty of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Institute of Oncology, Tel-Aviv Medical Center; Tel Aviv Israel
- Department of health promotion, Sackler Faculty of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Department of health promotion, Sackler Faculty of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Department of health promotion, Sackler Faculty of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Institute of Oncology, Tel-Aviv Medical Center; Tel Aviv Israel
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- School of Education, Tel Aviv University; Sagol School of Neuroscience; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- Department of health promotion, Sackler Faculty of Medicine; Tel Aviv University; Tel Aviv Israel
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- The Susanne Levy Gertner Oncogenetics Unit; Chaim Sheba Medical Center; Tel-Hashomer Israel
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Montgomery SV, Barsevick AM, Egleston BL, Bingler R, Ruth K, Miller SM, Malick J, Cescon TP, Daly MB. Preparing individuals to communicate genetic test results to their relatives: report of a randomized control trial. Fam Cancer 2014; 12:537-46. [PMID: 23420550 DOI: 10.1007/s10689-013-9609-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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This study reports a randomized clinical trial evaluating the efficacy of an intervention to prepare individuals to communicate BRCA1/BRCA2 results to family members. Women aged 18 years and older, who had genetic testing, and who had adult first-degree relatives, were randomly assigned to a communication skills-building intervention or a wellness control session. Primary outcomes were the percentage of probands sharing test results, and the level of distress associated with sharing. The ability of the theory of planned behavior variables to predict the outcomes was explored. Four hundred twenty-two women were enrolled in the study, 219 (intervention) and 203 (control). Data from 137 in the intervention group and 112 in the control group were analyzed. Two hundred forty-nine probands shared test results with 838 relatives (80.1 %). There were no significant differences between study groups in the primary outcomes. Combining data from both arms revealed that perceived control and specific social influence were associated with sharing. Probands were more likely to share genetic test results with their children, female relatives and relatives who they perceived had a favorable opinion about learning the results. The communication skills intervention did not impact sharing of test results. The proband's perception of her relative's opinion of genetic testing and her sense of control in relaying this information influenced sharing. Communication of test results is selective, with male relatives and parents less likely to be informed. Prevalent psychosocial factors play a role in the communication of genetic test results within families.
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- Susan V Montgomery
- Department of Clinical Genetics, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19111, USA
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Maheu C, Bouhnik AD, Nogues C, Mouret-Fourme E, Stoppa-Lyonnet D, Lasset C, Berthet P, Fricker JP, Caron O, Luporsi E, Gladieff L, Julian-Reynier C. Which factors predict proposal and uptake of psychological counselling after BRCA1/2 test result disclosure? Psychooncology 2013; 23:420-7. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.3435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2013] [Revised: 09/19/2013] [Accepted: 09/22/2013] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Christine Maheu
- INSERM; UMR912; Marseille France
- Aix-Marseille Université; UMR912; Marseille France
- IRD; UMR912; Marseille France
- McGill University; Montreal Canada
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- INSERM; UMR912; Marseille France
- Aix-Marseille Université; UMR912; Marseille France
- IRD; UMR912; Marseille France
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- Hôpital René Huguenin; Saint Cloud France
- Institut Curie; Paris France
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- INSERM; UMR912; Marseille France
- Aix-Marseille Université; UMR912; Marseille France
- IRD; UMR912; Marseille France
- Institut Paoli-Calmettes; UMR912; Marseille France
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Disclosure pattern and follow-up after the molecular diagnosis of BRCA/CHEK2 mutations. J Genet Couns 2013; 23:254-61. [PMID: 24114282 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-013-9656-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2012] [Accepted: 09/05/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Five to 10% of all breast cancer cases are due to mutations of high penetrance susceptibility genes, especially BRCA1 and BRCA2. In families with known BRCA mutations, disclosure of genetic test results could induce relatives to undergo genetic testing themselves and adopt cancer risk management strategies, if necessary. This study examines disclosure patterns of individuals tested for mutations in the BRCA1, BRCA2 and CHEK2 genes to first-degree relatives with emphasis on a possible gender difference. It also assesses which management strategy is preferred by mutation-positive women in Belgium and the influence of psychological characteristics on communication and choice of management strategy. Ninety-nine adults from BRCA/CHEK2 families, selected from the Centre of Medical Genetics of Antwerp, were included in the study. They were provided with medical and psychological questionnaires, the latter being the Self-Assessment Questionnaire, which is the Dutch version of the Spielberger State-Trait Anxiety Inventory and the Dutch version of the Coping Inventory for Stressful Situations (CISS-NL). The survey focused on disclosure, coping and management strategies with special attention on possible gender differences. The influence of socio-demographic and medical data on disclosure and cancer risk management as well as the influence of psychological features were examined by means of various statistical analyses. Ninety-nine patients were included, of whom 25 (25 %) were male. Eighty-seven percent of the participants informed all of their adult first-degree relatives about their mutation status without any gender discrimination. Seventy-eight percent of highly-educated participants informed all of their adult first-degree relatives, compared to 98 % of less formally-educated participants (p = 0.006). The majority of mutation-positive women preferred prophylactic surgery to surveillance. Psychological differences appeared to have little influence on disclosure patterns and management strategies. The gender difference seems to be less pronounced than previously assumed. A striking observation, however, is the fact that significantly more participants who were less formally-educated informed all of their adult first-degree relatives, compared to participants who were highly-educated. In our study population, most female mutation carriers opted for prophylactic surgery. Since the study population is small, further studies are needed to enhance the generalizability of these results.
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Woodson AH, Profato JL, Muse KI, Litton JK. Breast cancer in the young: role of the geneticist. J Thorac Dis 2013; 5 Suppl 1:S19-26. [PMID: 23819023 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2013.04.13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2013] [Accepted: 04/19/2013] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The genetics professional plays an important role in the care of young women with breast cancer by providing counseling on issues specific to these young women. The issues addressed in counseling include hereditary predisposition to cancer, fertility and reproductive options in the context of hereditary cancer, and the impact and implications of their history of early breast cancer on close family members. A thorough risk assessment and counseling session address the patient's personal and family history, with particular attention paid to benign and malignant findings that suggest the need for genetic testing. Genetics professionals, especially genetic counselors, also address the physical and emotional implications of an increased risk of cancer with patients and family members. This review highlights the unique aspects of care provided by these specialized healthcare providers.
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- Ashley H Woodson
- Department of Breast Medical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas 77030, USA
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Wiens ME, Wilson BJ, Honeywell C, Etchegary H. A family genetic risk communication framework: guiding tool development in genetics health services. J Community Genet 2013; 4:233-42. [PMID: 23319393 PMCID: PMC3666832 DOI: 10.1007/s12687-012-0134-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2012] [Accepted: 12/20/2012] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Family communication of genetic risk information is a complex process. Currently, there are no evidence-based interventions to help genetics professionals facilitate the process of disclosure within families. This study was designed to create a framework to assist in the development of tools to support patients in communicating genetic risk information to family members. A systematic review identified the factors relevant in communicating genetic risk information in families. A guiding theory for the proposed framework was selected and populated with the factors identified from the review. The review identified 112 factors of relevance. The theory of planned behaviour was selected to guide framework development, organising the framework in terms of the patient's attitudes about disclosure, perceived pressure to disclose and perceived control over disclosure. Attitudes about disclosure are influenced by a desire to protect oneself or family members, and the patient's perceptions of relevance of the information for family members, responsibility to disclose, family members' rights to information and the usefulness of communicating. Perceived pressure to disclose information is shaped by genetic professionals, family members and society. Perceived control over disclosure is affected by family relationships/dynamics, personal communication skills, the ability of the patient and family to understand the information and coping skills of the patient and family member. The family genetic risk communication framework presents a concise synthesis of the evidence on family communication of genetic information; it may be useful in creating and evaluating tools to help genetic counsellors and patients with communication issues.
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- Miriam E Wiens
- CF Health Services Group Headquarters, Department of National Defence, 1745 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, ON, Canada, K1A 0K6,
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den Heijer M, Gopie JP, Tibben A. Risk factors for psychological distress in women at risk for hereditary/familial breast cancer: a systematic review. BREAST CANCER MANAGEMENT 2013. [DOI: 10.2217/bmt.12.70] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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SUMMARY Some women at risk for hereditary breast cancer are at increased risk of psychological distress. In order to correctly identify vulnerable women at an early stage for whom referral to a specialized psychologist or social worker may be considered, it is important that healthcare workers involved in the care of high-risk women have knowledge about risk factors that should be addressed during counseling. The aim of the current review is to investigate current knowledge on personal and social risk factors associated with psychological maladjustment in women at risk for hereditary breast cancer. The risk factors described in the current review may be used to develop appropriate interventions with respect to, for example, self-concept, risk appraisal, coping, family communication, social support and the partner relationship.
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- Mariska den Heijer
- Department of Medical Psychology & Psychotherapy, Erasmus Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Clinical Genetics, Erasmus Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Centre of Human & Clinical Genetics, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Genetics, Erasmus Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Centre of Human & Clinical Genetics, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Department of Medical Psychology & Psychotherapy, Erasmus Medical Centre, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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Lapointe J, Côté C, Bouchard K, Godard B, Simard J, Dorval M. Life events may contribute to family communication about cancer risk following BRCA1/2 testing. J Genet Couns 2012; 22:249-57. [PMID: 22892900 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-012-9531-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2011] [Accepted: 07/19/2012] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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We assessed whether certain life events contributed to the communication about cancer risk within families who have undergone BRCA1/2 testing. We also explored what type of resources participants would have valued to help in supporting family communication about genetic information. Two hundred and forty-six individuals (218 women, 28 men) who received a BRCA1/2 genetic test result 3 to 10 years earlier (mean of 6.4 years) participated in a telephone interview. Participants were asked about the occurrence of a number of life events (cancer diagnosis, death, uptake of prophylactic surgery, and providing care to a family member with cancer) in their family since their BRCA1/2 test result disclosure and, for each occurrence, whether it fostered family communication about cancer risk. A total of 182 participants (74 %) reported that they or one of their relatives received a cancer diagnosis, 176 (72 %) reported that someone died in their family, and 73 (30 %) stated that they or one of their relatives undertook a prophylactic surgery. During this period, 109 participants (44 %) also provided care for a family member who had cancer. Among participants who reported these life events, family communication was fostered by these events in proportions varying from 50 % (death) to 69 % (cancer diagnosis). Our results indicate that life events may contribute to family communication about cancer risk. Further research is needed to determine whether these events provide a "window of opportunity" to reach family members, address their needs and concerns about cancer, update family cancer history, and introduce genetic counseling and risk assessment.
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Katapodi MC, Northouse LL, Milliron KJ, Liu G, Merajver SD. Individual and family characteristics associated with BRCA1/2 genetic testing in high-risk families. Psychooncology 2012; 22:1336-43. [PMID: 22826208 DOI: 10.1002/pon.3139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2012] [Revised: 06/26/2012] [Accepted: 06/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about family members' interrelated decisions to seek genetic testing for breast cancer susceptibility. METHODS The specific aims of this cross-sectional, descriptive, cohort study were (i) to examine whether individual and family characteristics have a direct effect on women's decisions to use genetic testing for hereditary susceptibility to breast cancer and (ii) to explore whether family characteristics moderate the relationships between individual characteristics and the decision to use genetic testing. Participants were women (>18 years old) who (i) received genetic testing for hereditary breast cancer and who agreed to invite one of their female relatives into the study and (ii) female relatives who had NOT obtained genetic testing and were identified by pedigree analysis as having >10% chances of hereditary susceptibility to breast cancer. RESULTS The final sample consisted of 168 English-speaking, family dyads who completed self-administered, mailed surveys with validated instruments. Multivariate conditional logistic regression analyses showed that the proposed model explained 62% of the variance in genetic testing. The factors most significantly associated with genetic testing were having a personal history of cancer; perceiving genetic testing to have more benefits than barriers; having greater family hardiness; and perceiving fewer negative consequences associated with a breast cancer diagnosis. No significant interaction effects were observed. CONCLUSIONS Findings suggest that both individual and family characteristics are associated with the decision to obtain genetic testing for hereditary breast cancer; hence, there is a need for interventions that foster a supportive family environment for patients and their high-risk relatives.
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- Maria C Katapodi
- University of Michigan School of Nursing, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA.
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Espenschied CR, MacDonald DJ, Culver JO, Sand S, Hurley K, Banks KC, Weitzel JN, Blazer KR. Closing the loop: action research in a multimodal hereditary cancer patient conference is an effective tool to assess and address patient needs. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2012; 27:467-477. [PMID: 22610836 PMCID: PMC3540105 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-012-0373-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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This paper describes the use of action research in a patient conference to provide updated hereditary cancer information, explore patient and family member needs and experiences related to genetic cancer risk assessment (GCRA), elicit feedback on how to improve the GCRA process, and inform future research efforts. Invitees completed GCRA at City of Hope or collaborating facilities and had a BRCA mutation or a strong personal or family history of breast cancer. Action research activities were facilitated by surveys, round table discussions, and reflection time to engage participants, faculty, and researchers in multiple cycles of reciprocal feedback. The multimodal action research design effectively engaged conference participants to share their experiences, needs, and ideas for improvements to the GCRA process. Participants indicated that they highly valued the information and resources provided and desired similar future conferences. The use of action research in a patient conference is an innovative and effective approach to provide health education, elicit experiences, identify and help address needs of high-risk patients and their family members, and generate research hypotheses. Insights gained yielded valuable feedback to inform clinical care, future health services research, and continuing medical education activities. These methods may also be effective in other practice settings.
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- Carin R Espenschied
- Division of Clinical Cancer Genetics, City of Hope, 1500 E Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA, 91010, USA.
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A multidisciplinary clinic for individualizing management of patients at increased risk for breast and gynecologic cancer. Fam Cancer 2012; 11:419-27. [DOI: 10.1007/s10689-012-9530-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Mendes A, Paneque M, Sousa L. Are family-oriented interventions in Portuguese genetics services a remote possibility? Professionals' views on a multifamily intervention for cancer susceptibility families. J Community Genet 2012; 3:311-8. [PMID: 22314708 DOI: 10.1007/s12687-012-0079-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2011] [Accepted: 01/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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This article examines genetics healthcare professionals' opinions about a multifamily psychoeducational programme for hereditary cancer susceptibility families, implemented at a Portuguese genetics service. Their views on how a family-oriented approach is envisioned to be incorporated in Portuguese genetic counselling services are also reported. Six focus groups and three individual interviews were undertaken comprising 30 professionals working in the provision of genetic counselling and genetic counsellor trainees. Participants were given a page-summary describing the intervention and asked to comment the strengths and limitations of the multifamily intervention. All interviews were fully transcribed and analysed using the constant comparison method. The qualitative analysis generated data comprising four thematic categories in relation to the professionals' views: (a) usefulness of the programme; (b) programme's methodological and practical obstacles; (c) genetics services constraints; and (d) suggestions for improving the programme and further family-oriented interventions. We reflect on the reported views examining the intervention, and on how current constraints of genetic services limit the provision of psychosocial support for cancer susceptibility families. The implications of these findings regarding the purpose of genetic counselling are discussed. Results may sensitise stakeholders and policy makers for the need to deliver family-based services in cancer genetic counselling, with adequate planning and collaborative involvement of different professionals.
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- Alvaro Mendes
- Health, Family and Community Research Group, Department of Health Sciences, University of Aveiro, University Campus of Santiago, 3810-093, Aveiro, Portugal,
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Riley BD, Culver JO, Skrzynia C, Senter LA, Peters JA, Costalas JW, Callif-Daley F, Grumet SC, Hunt KS, Nagy RS, McKinnon WC, Petrucelli NM, Bennett RL, Trepanier AM. Essential elements of genetic cancer risk assessment, counseling, and testing: updated recommendations of the National Society of Genetic Counselors. J Genet Couns 2011; 21:151-61. [PMID: 22134580 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-011-9462-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 222] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2011] [Accepted: 11/16/2011] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Updated from their original publication in 2004, these cancer genetic counseling recommendations describe the medical, psychosocial, and ethical ramifications of counseling at-risk individuals through genetic cancer risk assessment with or without genetic testing. They were developed by members of the Practice Issues Subcommittee of the National Society of Genetic Counselors Familial Cancer Risk Counseling Special Interest Group. The information contained in this document is derived from extensive review of the current literature on cancer genetic risk assessment and counseling as well as the personal expertise of genetic counselors specializing in cancer genetics. The recommendations are intended to provide information about the process of genetic counseling and risk assessment for hereditary cancer disorders rather than specific information about individual syndromes. Essential components include the intake, cancer risk assessment, genetic testing for an inherited cancer syndrome, informed consent, disclosure of genetic test results, and psychosocial assessment. These recommendations should not be construed as dictating an exclusive course of management, nor does use of such recommendations guarantee a particular outcome. These recommendations do not displace a health care provider's professional judgment based on the clinical circumstances of a client.
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Nordin K, Roshanai A, Bjorvatn C, Wollf K, Mikkelsen EM, Bjelland I, Kvale G. Is genetic counseling a stressful event? Acta Oncol 2011; 50:1089-97. [PMID: 21864049 PMCID: PMC3205818 DOI: 10.3109/0284186x.2011.604343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Purpose. The aim of this paper was to investigate whether cancer genetic counseling could be considered as a stressful event and associated with more anxiety and/or depression compared to other cancer-related events for instance attending mammography screening or receiving a cancer diagnosis. Methods. A total of 4911 individuals from three Scandinavian countries were included in the study. Data was collected from individuals who had attended either cancer genetic counseling (self-referred and physician-referred) or routine mammography screening, were recalled for a second mammograpy due to a suspicious mammogram, had received a cancer diagnosis or had received medical follow-up after a breast cancer-surgery. Data from the genetic counseling group was also compared to normative data. Participants filled in the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale twice: prior to a potentially stressful event and 14 days after the event. Results. Pre-counseling cancer genetic counselees reported significant lower level of anxiety compared to the cancer-related group, but higher levels of anxiety compared to the general population. Furthermore, the level of depression observed within the genetic counseling group was lower compared to other participants. Post-event there was no significant difference in anxiety levels between the cancer genetic counselees and all other groups; however, the level of depression reported in the self-referred group was significantly lower than observed in all other groups. Notably, the level of anxiety and depression had decreased significantly from pre-to post-events within the genetic counseling group. In the cancer-related group only the level of anxiety had decreased significantly post-event. Conclusion. Individuals who attend cancer genetic counseling do not suffer more anxiety or depression compared to all other cancer-related groups. However, some counselees might need additional sessions and extended support. Thus, identifying extremely worried individuals who need more support, and allocating further resources to their care, seems to be more sufficient.
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- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Uppsala University, Sweden
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Hughes L, Phelps C. "The bigger the network the bigger the bowl of cherries...": exploring the acceptability of, and preferences for, an ongoing support network for known BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 mutation carriers. J Genet Couns 2010; 19:487-96. [PMID: 20411314 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-010-9300-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2009] [Accepted: 03/23/2010] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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There is increasing evidence to suggest that the ongoing information and support needs of BRCA gene mutation carriers are not being met. This qualitative study investigated preferences for an on-going support network for mutation carriers in Wales, UK. Seventeen female BRCA1/2 mutation carriers participated in focus groups which explored their current and on-going information and psychological support needs. The interviews were transcribed and thematically analysed. The results reflected a diversity of experiences and support needs. The majority of participants felt they and their families would benefit from an on-going 'support network' which should incorporate information-provision alongside elements of a traditional support group alongside, internet-based support such as web-based chat forums, matching schemes and professionally led workshops. Some degree of professional input into any such initiative was believed to be important. This study has informed the development of an appropriate support network based on a hub and spoke model to help carriers and their families adapt to living and coping with their genetic risk.
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- East Anglian Medical Genetics Service, Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, UK.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The proportion of breast cancers directly attributable to determinant hereditary factors is estimated to be 5-10%. A number of recent findings with regard to hereditary breast cancer should affect the criteria and scope of routine genetic testing and, soon, breast cancer therapy. RECENT FINDINGS The number of genes causing genetic cancer has expanded, mostly with genes that encode proteins that function in the BRCA1/2 pathways. The risk level associated with some genes is still under investigation, but is high for specific mutations. Some mutant alleles occur frequently, some are rare. High-throughput technologies will progressively allow investigating all genes involved in genetic (breast) cancer risks in all individuals for whom this information could be relevant. This and the emerging novel treatment options specific for cancers in mutation carriers will oblige us to progressively drop all currently used selection criteria such as familial phenotype for genomic testing. A major challenge remains the effective penetration of this knowledge in the professional and lay community, the broad application and financing of this high-throughput technology, and the identification of as yet unknown breast cancer predisposition genes. SUMMARY The assessment of breast cancer predisposition genes, previously only an optional predictive genetic test, is growing in importance as it also becomes a therapeutic predictive test.
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Nycum G, Avard D, Knoppers BM. Factors influencing intrafamilial communication of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer genetic information. Eur J Hum Genet 2009; 17:872-80. [PMID: 19319160 DOI: 10.1038/ejhg.2009.33] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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What factors influence intrafamilial communication of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer (HBOC) genetic risk information? Such information can have health implications for individuals who undergo genetic testing, but it can also have implications for their blood relatives. This literature review adopts an ecological model to summarize factors at the individual, familial, and community levels, as well as cross cutting factors relating to the complexity of HBOC genetic information and responsibilities that this information can give rise to. These factors are complex and may result in conflicting senses of responsibility. Faced with the task of communicating HBOC genetic information, the response may be to attempt to balance the potential negative impact of the information on the well-being of the informee (eg, can s/he handle this information?) against the potential health benefit that the knowledge could result in. This balancing represents an effort to reconcile conflicting approaches to protecting family members, and is a moral dilemma. This review sheds light on the factors that contribute to resolve this dilemma.
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- Centre de recherche en droit public, Université de Montréal, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW With rapid advances in genetic testing for disease susceptibility, behavioral medicine faces significant challenges in identifying likely patterns of use, how individuals interpret test results, and psychosocial and health impacts of testing. We review recent research on these psychosocial aspects of genetic testing for disease risk. RECENT FINDINGS Individuals exhibit limited sensitivity in their perceptions of genetic risk information, and mental representations of disease risk appear to guide testing perceptions and behavioral responses. Motivations to undergo testing are complex, and efforts to develop decision aids are underway. Findings on psychological and behavioral impacts of genetic testing vary markedly, with some evidence of minimal or positive effects and other evidence indicating negative consequences that may be undetectable using common measures of general well being. Recent evidence suggests that genetic risk information can motivate health behavior change. Research demonstrates wide-ranging influences of testing on family dynamics, and use of genetic testing with children is of increasing concern. SUMMARY More research is needed to determine how to structure health communications and counseling to motivate informed use, promote positive responses, and optimize behavior change. Given the ramifications of genetic information for families, personalized genomics will demand a shift toward a family-based healthcare model.
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Hayat Roshanai A, Rosenquist R, Lampic C, Nordin K. Cancer genetic counselees' self-reported psychological distress, changes in life, and adherence to recommended surveillance programs 3-7 years post counseling. J Genet Couns 2009; 18:185-94. [PMID: 19212811 DOI: 10.1007/s10897-008-9203-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2007] [Accepted: 10/29/2008] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The aim of the present cross-sectional study was to investigate psychological distress, changes in life, adherence to surveillance programs and satisfaction with cancer genetic counseling based on Swedish participants' self-reported data. A total of 218 probands (72% response rate) affected by breast, breast/ovarian or colorectal cancer and/or a family history of cancer were surveyed 3-7 years after receiving cancer genetic counseling. Participants reported a relatively high level of anxiety and a low level of depression. Probands affected by colorectal cancer reported a higher level of depression than did non-affected individuals with a family history of colorectal cancer. Overall, the participants reported moderate changes in family relations, priorities and appreciation of daily life activities. The majority of at-risk probands reportedly adhered to recommended surveillance programs. The mean level of satisfaction with cancer genetic counseling was high. About half of the participants would have accepted additional counseling sessions, contact with a psychologist or further help concerning informing family members. The present results indicate no adverse effects of genetic counseling, but they do suggest that typical counseling procedures could be improved by provision of additional psychosocial support.
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Crotser CB, Boehmke M. Survivorship considerations in adults with hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome: state of the science. J Cancer Surviv 2009; 3:21-42. [PMID: 19165605 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-008-0077-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2008] [Accepted: 12/08/2008] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Five to 10% of breast cancers are caused by inherited mutations of the BRCA1/2 genes. Knowledge of inherited risk for cancer has potential for psychosocial consequences. The purpose of this review is to determine the survivorship concerns of women with mutations of BRCA1/2; with and without a diagnosis of cancer. METHODS The search strategy included a search of CINAHL, PsycINFO, Medline, Pubmed, and Cochrane databases to identify research reports with specific aims of determining physical, psychosocial or spiritual outcomes of genetic testing for breast and ovarian cancer syndrome in adults at high risk for BRCA1/2 mutations. The identified studies were analyzed by design, sampling, and outcome measures. They were categorized by domain and main findings by domain are summarized. RESULTS One systematic review, ten qualitative and 27 quantitative studies met the inclusion criteria. Four theoretical frameworks were identified. DISCUSSION/CONCLUSIONS Survivorship concerns were multidimensional and included issues related to risk reduction procedures, psychological and emotional impacts, and impact on family and social relationships. Many adults experience temporary distress after receipt of positive BRCA1/2 testing. Usually the distress is not clinically significant, however support is desired from health professionals, others who have a BRCA1/2 mutation, and family as decisions are made regarding screening and risk-reducing options. Social relationships are impacted as information is communicated to family members. Limitations of the current state of the science, opportunities to build evidence for the future and implications for nursing practice and education are identified.
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Schover LR. A Lesser Evil: Prophylactic Mastectomy for Women at High Risk for Breast Cancer. J Clin Oncol 2008; 26:3918-9. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2008.17.4227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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