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Efficacy of implementing a BRCA screening protocol in primary care.
Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners - 1 Jan 2024
Rivera-Nunez Yasmin, Smith Diane L
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ABSTRACT: Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death for women, whereas ovarian cancer is the deadliest gynecological cancer. Breast cancer gene 1 ( BRCA1 ) and breast cancer gene 2 ( BRCA2 ) mutations can increase the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer. Screening can assist in prevention and early detection. This study aimed to increase provider knowledge of BRCA mutations, the use of...
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