Genetic Implications of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis: Awareness Can Save Lives
作者:
Cynthia Prows,
Marlene Brockmeier,
期刊:
Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing
(OVID Available online 1994)
卷期:
Volume 21,
issue 5
页码: 183-189
ISSN:1071-5754
年代: 1994
出版商: OVID
数据来源: OVID
摘要:
Famillal adenomatous polyposis, an Inherited condition, can lead to colon cancer If left untreated. Patients seeking treatment for symptoms of this disorder are often found to have cancer already. Because surgical treatment In symptom free persons with familial adenomatous polyposis greatly reduces their future risk of cancer, presymptomatic Identification of the disorder can save lives. Because the disorder Is Inherited, knowledge of Its familial pattern can help nurses recommend candidates for screening. A case study of one family demonstrates the value of genetic analysis and the role nurses can play.
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