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Review
. 2000 Aug;15(4):217-25.
doi: 10.1053/jpdn.2000.8044.

Hereditary cancers in children and ethical and psychosocial implications

D J MacDonald  1 , M Lessick
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Hereditary cancers in children and ethical and psychosocial implications

D J MacDonald et al. J Pediatr Nurs. 2000 Aug.

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.

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