Menzin Andrew W, Anderson Britta L, Williams Sterling B, Schulkin Jay
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY, USA.
J Cancer Educ. 2010 Mar;25(1):87-91. doi: 10.1007/s13187-009-0019-8.
Breast cancer is one of the most common malignancies in the United States. A survey regarding the practice, training, and knowledge of breast health maintenance and cancer screening was conducted with a response rate of 59%. Most respondents reported adequate knowledge and that continuing educational efforts were at least adequate. Most recognize the importance of family history and incorporate patient inquiry and referral to genetics practitioners into their practice. A considerable portion does not inquire about hereditary risk factors and feel "not qualified" to manage genetic counseling and screening. Continued training is needed about hereditary predisposition to breast disease.
乳腺癌是美国最常见的恶性肿瘤之一。一项关于乳房健康维护和癌症筛查的实践、培训及知识的调查，其回复率为59%。大多数受访者表示具备足够的知识，且持续教育工作至少是足够的。大多数人认识到家族史的重要性，并将患者询问及转介给遗传学从业者纳入其实践中。相当一部分人不询问遗传风险因素，并且觉得自己“没有资格”进行遗传咨询和筛查。关于乳腺疾病的遗传易感性仍需要持续培训。
