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Abstract
This article describes the application of genetic testing of children for hereditary cancers and the resultant ethical and psychosocial implications. Basic cancer genetics concepts are reviewed. Specific hereditary cancers that may affect children are described along with case examples and recommendations for nursing practice.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID: 10969494 DOI: 10.1053/jpdn.2000.8044
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Pediatr Nurs ISSN: 0882-5963 Impact factor: 2.145