Practice Alert Podcast

USPSTF BRCA testing recs: 2 more groups require attention

J Fam Pract. 2019 October;68(8):audio
By
Doug Campos-Outcalt, MD, MPA
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This month, Dr. Campos-Outcalt describes the 2 groups that have been added to the list of women who should be assessed for their risk of BRCA-related cancer. He also provides useful insights to guide the process of genetic counseling and testing that may follow.

 

Reference

1. US Preventive Services Task Force. Risk assessment, genetic counseling, and genetic testing for BRCA-related cancer. JAMA. 2019;322:652-665.

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