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An evaluation of memory and attention in BRCA mutation carriers using an online cognitive assessment tool.
Cancer - 1 Sept 2021
Kotsopoulos Joanne, Kim Shana J, Armel Susan, Bordeleau Louise, Foulkes William D, McKinnon Wendy, Panchal Seema, Cohen Stephanie A, Sun Sophie, Sun Ping, McKetton Larissa, Troyer Angela K, Narod Steven A
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BACKGROUND: The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of various surgical, hormonal, and lifestyle factors on memory and attention in women with a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation. METHODS: BRCA mutation carriers enrolled in a longitudinal study were invited to complete an online brain health assessment tool designed to screen for cognitive deficits. Four measures of memory and executive attention were...
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