The psychological impact of genetic testing in childhood cancer: A systematic review.

Sophie Van Hoyweghen Kathleen B M Claes Robin de Putter Claire E Wakefield Marieke Van SchoorsSabine HellemansLesley L Verhofstadt

Published in: Psycho-oncology (2024)

Genetic testing in pediatric oncology does not appear to cause significant additional harm and can lead to positive outcomes. Clinicians need to be especially attentive when counseling families at increased risk of distress.

Keyphrases

childhood cancer
young adults
palliative care
smoking cessation
hiv testing
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
physical activity
skeletal muscle
hepatitis c virus
insulin resistance
men who have sex with men
glycemic control
human immunodeficiency virus
weight loss