1. Genetic Counseling Overview for the Obstetrician-Gynecologist.
- Author
-
Hoskovec JM and Stevens BK
- Subjects
- Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures, Genetic Techniques, Gynecology standards, Humans, Medical History Taking standards, Obstetrics standards, Risk Assessment, Genetic Counseling standards
- Abstract
This article outlines a framework for the process of genetic counseling in the primary obstetric and gynecologic setting. Specifics regarding risk assessment, family history evaluation, genetic testing, and pretest and posttest counseling are discussed. Additionally, the article provides strategies for counseling patients effectively and addresses when a referral for additional genetic counseling by a specialized genetics provider should be considered., (Copyright © 2017 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
- Published
- 2018
- Full Text
- View/download PDF