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ArticleJournal of genetic counseling2009

Evaluation of group genetic counseling for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

Yolanda Ridge, Karen Panabaker, Mary McCullum, Cheryl Portigal-Todd, Jenna Scott, Barbara McGillivray

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Article in Journal of genetic counseling, 2009. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 16 papers.

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16 citing papers in PubMed.

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6 authors.

Yolanda RidgeHereditary Cancer Program, BC Cancer Agency, Mail Box #614, 750 West Broadway, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 1H5, Canada.
Karen Panabaker
Mary McCullum
Cheryl Portigal-Todd
Jenna Scott
Barbara McGillivray

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

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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Group ProcessesBreast NeoplasmsFemaleGenetic CounselingGenetic Predisposition to DiseaseHumansOutcome Assessment, Health CareOvarian NeoplasmsPatient Satisfaction

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