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The primary care physician role in cancer genetics: a qualitative study of patient experience.

Authors :
Miller, Fiona A.
Carroll, June C.
Wilson, Brenda J.
Bytautas, Jessica P.
Allanson, Judith
Cappelli, Mario
de Laat, Sonya
Saibil, Fred
Source :
Family Practice. Oct2010, Vol. 27 Issue 5, p563-569. 7p. 2 Diagrams, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Background. Increased availability of genetic testing is changing the primary care role in cancer genetics. The perspective of primary care physicians (PCPs) regarding their role in support of genetic testing has been explored, but little is known about the expectations of patients or the PCP role once genetic test results are received. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02632136
Volume :
27
Issue :
5
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Family Practice
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
53882281
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/fampra/cmq035