Approaches to Blue Ribbon Panel Recommendations: The Case of Lynch Syndrome
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is convening a Workshop on February 22–23, 2017, in Rockville, Maryland, to discuss issues related to cancer genetic testing approaches, current practices, and resources for case and family ascertainment in hereditary cancers, using Lynch syndrome as an example.
Lynch syndrome is a genetically inherited disorder that increases the risk of colorectal and endometrial cancers and several other malignancies. It is estimated that in the United States, up to 1 million people live with Lynch syndrome, but many are unaware of it. One approach recommended by the Cancer Moonshot Blue Ribbon Panel for identifying those with Lynch syndrome is testing of colorectal and endometrial cancers for specific markers. When the tumor test is abnormal, additional genetic testing and counseling is indicated to determine whether an individual has Lynch syndrome. If Lynch syndrome is diagnosed, then other family members could be tested.
During the Workshop, the Cancer Moonshot Blue Ribbon Panel Report recommendations on cancer prevention and early detection in individuals at high risk for cancer will be reviewed, and discussion topics will include health care delivery, gaps in current knowledge, and identification of resources needed to inform implementation.
Approaches to Blue Ribbon Panel Recommendations: The Case of Lynch Syndrome - National Cancer Institute - Cancer Control and Population Sciences
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