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ArticleMolecular genetics & genomic medicine2020

Shortened consent forms for genome-wide sequencing: Parent and provider perspectives.

Emma C Hitchcock, Causes Study, Alison M Elliott

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Emma C HitchcockDepartment of Medical Genetics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.ORCID 0000-0002-8968-5661
Causes StudyDepartment of Medical Genetics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Alison M ElliottDepartment of Medical Genetics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.ORCID 0000-0002-9896-1314

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundConsent forms for exome and/or genome sequencing, collectively called genome-wide sequencing (GWS), frequently contain detailed information on complex topics such as sequencing analysis and incidental findings. Considering recent endeavors by the health care community to simplify GWS consent forms, it is important to gain stakeholders' perspectives on the content, length, and use of consent forms.

methodsThematic analysis was conducted on data obtained from focus groups with two participant cohorts: parents who previously provided consent for trio-based GWS as part of the translational pediatric GWS CAUSES Study, and genetic health care providers (HCP) who provide pre-test counseling for GWS.

resultsGenetic HCP indicated that consent forms cannot replace pre-test counseling, and as such, a simplified consent form focusing on the implications of GWS would be beneficial to both patients and HCP. Although parents' primary concerns varied when considering GWS, they all highly valued information. Parents also indicated the need for community and support after the return of GWS results. Both participant cohorts recommended that consent forms be available online and include an appendix for supplementary information.

conclusionIt is important to include both parents and HCP in the design of GWS consent forms, and also, to help connect families who have a shared diagnosis after the post-test counseling session.

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AttitudeAdultExome SequencingFemaleGenetic CounselingGenetic TestingHealth PersonnelHumansInformed Consent By MinorsMaleMiddle AgedParentsexome sequencinggenetic counselinggenome sequencinggenome-wide sequencinginformed consent

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