Evaluation of group genetic counseling for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
J Genet Couns
; 18(1): 87-100, 2009 Feb.
Article
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-19127417
ABSTRACT
As demand for genetic counseling regarding hereditary cancer continues to grow, more efficient methods of providing this service must be explored. In this pilot study, group genetic counseling was offered to two different cohorts of women seeking genetic counseling for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer. Seven group sessions, designed to cover all aspects of an individual genetic counseling appointment, were conducted. Although patients were receptive to group genetic counseling, a significant proportion chose individual counseling when given the option. Advantages of group genetic counseling include shared experience and increased efficiency. Disadvantages include increased frustration at not being eligible for genetic testing, group influence on decision-making, privacy concerns, increased need for follow-up, and difficulty booking group appointments. Overall, the level of patient satisfaction with group genetic counseling was similar to that of individual counseling. The results of this pilot study suggest that further research is needed to determine whether group genetic counseling is an acceptable alternative to individual counseling.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Neoplasias Ovarianas
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Neoplasias da Mama
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Aconselhamento Genético
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Processos Grupais
Tipo de estudo:
Evaluation_studies
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Prognostic_studies
Limite:
Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Genet Couns
Assunto da revista:
GENETICA MEDICA
Ano de publicação:
2009
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Canadá