Researchers track emotional toll of genetic testing on breast cancer patients

NCT ID NCT02783664

Summary

This study aims to understand how genetic testing affects stress and anxiety levels in people with or at high risk for breast cancer. Researchers will measure stress using questionnaires before testing and several times after patients receive their results. The goal is to gather information that helps healthcare providers offer better medical and psychological support to patients undergoing genetic testing.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Froedtert Hospital

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States

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