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Family communication, genetic testing and colonoscopy screening in hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer: a qualitative study.

Psycho-oncology - 1 Nov 2009

McCann Siobhan, MacAuley Domhnall, Barnett Yvonne, Bunting Brendan, Bradley Aoife, Jeffers Lisa, Morrison Patrick J

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OBJECTIVE: Genetic testing and colonoscopy is recommended for people with a strong history of colorectal cancer (CRC). However, families must communicate so that all members are aware of the risk. The study aimed to explore the factors influencing family communication about genetic risk and colonoscopy among people with a strong family history of CRC who attended a genetic clinic with a view to having a genetic...

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PMID: 19177338
DOI: 10.1002/pon.1487

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