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Perceptions of genetic research and testing among members of families with an increased risk of malignant melanoma.
European journal of cancer (Oxford, England : 1990) - 1 Nov 2012
Bränström Richard, Kasparian Nadine A, Affleck Paul, Tibben Aad, Chang Yu-mei, Azizi Esther, Baron-Epel Orna, Bergman Wilma, Chan May, Davies John, Ingvar Christian, Kanetsky Peter A, van Leeuwen Evert, Olsson Håkan, Gruis Nelleke A, Brandberg Yvonne, Newton-Bishop Julia
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Several melanoma susceptibility genes have been identified. As part of the international genetic research programme of the GenoMEL consortiums research on genetic mutations in melanoma families, the aim of this study was to examine family members' views about their risk of melanoma, gene testing and genetic research. METHODS: Self-report data were gathered using online and paper-based surveys...
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