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Genetic testing for cancer predisposition: behavioral science issues

C Lerman¹, R T Croyle

¹Lombardi Cancer Research Center, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, D.C. 20007, USA.

Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Monographs

|January 1, 1995

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Genetic testing for cancer predisposition requires strategies for informed decision-making and minimizing psychological harm. Research suggests developing ethical protocols to guide clinical implementation and patient adherence to surveillance.

Area of Science:

Genetics
Behavioral Science
Medical Ethics

Background:

Discovery of major cancer susceptibility genes increases demand for clinical genetic testing.
Widespread genetic testing necessitates careful consideration of ethical and psychological implications.

Purpose of the Study:

To review behavioral research on genetic testing for cancer predisposition.
To propose strategies for effective and ethical genetic testing protocols.

Main Methods:

Literature review of behavioral research related to genetic testing.
Synthesis of findings to inform protocol development.

Main Results:

Identified key areas for enhancing informed decision-making.

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Highlighted strategies to minimize adverse psychological consequences.

Emphasized the importance of promoting adherence to surveillance recommendations.

Conclusions:

Effective and ethical genetic testing protocols are crucial for managing cancer predisposition.
Behavioral research provides a foundation for developing these essential protocols.