Psychological concerns I individuals with hereditary cancer and their immediate family members seeking medical care at a Tertiary care hospital in India Psychological concerns on hereditary cancer


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Published: Apr 12, 2024
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hereditary cancer, psychological issues, oncology
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Alka Bohit Alka
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Dr. Koushik Sinha Deb
AIIMS delhi
Dr. Raja Pramanik
Dr. Prateek
Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Abstract

Introduction: Cancer susceptibility is more prevalent in individuals with a familial background. However, on a national level, the field of clinical genetic services and the psychological effects of suspected familial cancer on patients and their relatives is still emerging. Furthermore, it is uncertain whether genetic testing and counseling (GTC) can effectively address the common psychological challenges linked to cancer.


Purpose: The objective of this research endeavor was to examine the correlation between GTC (Genetic Testing and Counseling) and psychological concerns such as anxiety, depression, and distress among individuals with hereditary cancers and their immediate family members.


Methods: This preliminary study involved the participation of 100 patients who visited the GTC center at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, along with their relatives. Demographic information was collected at the beginning and after undergoing GTC, and validated questionnaires were utilized to assess the psychological issues of interest. Generalized estimating equations, which accounted for clustering within individuals, were employed to analyze the association between GTC and the three psychological concerns. Conclusions: Our results offer preliminary evidence supporting the potential protective effect of GTC in reducing psychological distress related to hereditary cancers among both patients and their immediate family members. We recommend conducting a larger longitudinal study in the future to further investigate these associations and confirm our findings.


 

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Alka, A. B., Dr. Koushik Sinha Deb, Dr. Raja Pramanik, & Dr. Prateek. (2024). Psychological concerns I individuals with hereditary cancer and their immediate family members seeking medical care at a Tertiary care hospital in India: Psychological concerns on hereditary cancer. The WOCSI Journal of Medical Science, 2(01 (January - March) 2024), 13–22. Retrieved from https://twjms.wocsi.org/index.php/1/article/view/32

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