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Genetic Testing
Racial disparities in healthcare impact post-surgery outcomes
July 29, 2020
ByLindsey CarrA new report in Pediatrics investigated whether black children were likely to have more complications and greater mortality following surgery than their white peers.
Managing BRCA results from 23andMe
May 15, 2020
During a routine office visit, a patient mentions that she recently submitted a saliva sample to 23andMe. The company performed BRCA analysis and the patient wants to discuss the results with you. How should you approach the discussion?
Genetic associations with PCOS
April 29, 2020
ByLindsey CarrA new study suggests that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be linked to the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and the Hippo pathways.
Genetic testing for BRCA: Which NCCN criteria tell the tale?
September 09, 2019
ByBob KronemyerGuidelines from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) list seven criteria for genetic testing in women with breast cancer.
Quiz: How much do you know about genetic testing?
September 09, 2019
ByLinda Marie Wetzel, RNThis quiz reviews some of the major takeaways from the February 2019 article, New tools for counseling on prenatal genetic testing.
A novel computerized decision tool for aneuploidy screening
August 06, 2019
ByBob KronemyerA decision aid for aneuploidy screening and testing could provide women with knowledge comparable to genetic counseling alone, according to new research.
Assessing patient satisfaction with simplified BRCA1/2 testing
August 06, 2019
ByBob KronemyerAs simplified and streamlined BRCA1/2 testing becomes more available, a new study examined whether patients prefer this method of counseling.
NCCN guidelines for genetic testing
July 31, 2019
ByAbigail Beard, MD|Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCMAlmost 25% of women with breast cancer have a family history of the disease and, those who do have a higher risk of developing cancer.
11 tips for guiding patients considering prenatal testing
July 31, 2019
ByMary Norton, MD|Renée L. Chard, MSc, CGCThese 11 statements to guide decision-making with patients can help patients fully consider their values and preferences in regard to prenatal testing.
Eight indications for referral to genetic counseling
July 25, 2019
ByMary E. Norton, MD|Renée L. Chard, MSc, CGCObstetricians need to have a strategy to provide basic pretest education and counseling to their pregnant patients.