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A social network analysis of communication about hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer genetic testing and family functioning.
Cancer epidemiology, biomarkers & prevention : a publication of the American Association for Cancer Research, cosponsored by the American Society of Preventive Oncology - 1 Apr 2003
Koehly Laura M, Peterson Susan K, Watts Beatty G, Kempf Kari K G, Vernon Sally W, Gritz Ellen R
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Hereditary cancers are relational diseases. A primary focus of research in the past has been the biological relations that exist within the families and how genes are passed along family lines. However, hereditary cancers are relational in a psychosocial sense, as well. They can impact communication relationships within a family, as well as support relationships among family members. Furthermore, the familial...
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