Identification and management of familial breast cancer in Austria
2017 ◽
Vol 32
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AbstractAimThe aim of this study is to review the legal implications, the technology, the indications and the management of women with a familial background of breast and/or ovarian cancer.MethodsWe have reviewed the literature and national Austrian guidelines to describe the uptake of genetic counseling and the management options offered in Austria.ResultsGenetic testing for theConclusionWhile readily available country-wide counseling has led to an increase in counseling and testing, Austrian legislation mandates “non-directional counseling” resulting in a comparatively low uptake of prophylactic surgery.
2021 ◽
Vol 39
(15_suppl)
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pp. 10524-10524
2018 ◽
Vol 10
(2)
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pp. 337-346
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1998 ◽
Vol 16
(1)
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pp. 133-138
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2014 ◽
Vol 32
(26_suppl)
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pp. 44-44
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1999 ◽
Vol 123
(11)
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pp. 1023-1026