Genetic testing for hereditary cancer syndromes: patient recommendations for improved risk communication

• Main Authors: Samantha Pollard (Author), Steve Kalloger (Author), Deirdre Weymann (Author), Sophie Sun (Author), Jennifer Nuk (Author), Kasmintan A. Schrader (Author), Dean A. Regier (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wiley, 2020-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Multi‐gene panel testing is replacing single‐gene testing for patients with suspected hereditary cancer syndromes. The detection of a hereditary cancer syndrome allows tested individuals to initiate enhanced primary and secondary prevention efforts-where available-with a view to...