Melanoma genetic testing, counseling, and adherence to skin cancer prevention and detection behaviors.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Little is known about the impact of knowledge of CDKN2A and MC1R genotype on melanoma prevention behaviors like sun avoidance and skin examination in the context of familial melanoma.

Methods

Seventy-three adults with a family history of melanoma were randomly assigned to be offered individualized CDKN2A and MC1R genotyping results in the context of a genetic counseling session, or the standard practice of not being offered counseling or disclosure of genotyping results. Mixed effects or longitudinal logistic models were used to determine whether the intervention affected change in sun protection habits, skin examinations, and perception and beliefs related to melanoma risk, prevention, and genetic counseling.

Results

All participants in the intervention gr

SUBMITTER: Glanz K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3617083 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature