"Genetic Counseling" is a descriptor in the National Library of Medicine's controlled vocabulary thesaurus,
MeSH (Medical Subject Headings). Descriptors are arranged in a hierarchical structure,
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An educational process that provides information and advice to individuals or families about a genetic condition that may affect them. The purpose is to help individuals make informed decisions about marriage, reproduction, and other health management issues based on information about the genetic disease, the available diagnostic tests, and management programs. Psychosocial support is usually offered.
| Descriptor ID |
D005817
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| MeSH Number(s) |
H01.158.273.343.385.500.384 N02.421.308.400
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| Year | Major Topic | Minor Topic | Total |
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| 1994 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2006 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2007 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2009 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
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Below are the most recent publications written about "Genetic Counseling" by people in Profiles.
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A thematic analysis of health information technology use among cancer genetic counselors. J Genet Couns. 2021 02; 30(1):170-179.
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Utilization of health information technology among cancer genetic counselors. Mol Genet Genomic Med. 2020 08; 8(8):e1315.
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Establishment of a formal program for retinoblastoma: Feasibility of clinical coordination across borders and impact on outcome. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2019 11; 66(11):e27959.
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Genetic evaluation of cardiomyopathy: a clinical practice resource of the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG). Genet Med. 2018 09; 20(9):899-909.
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Availability of patient-centered cancer support services: A statewide survey of cancer centers. PLoS One. 2018; 13(3):e0194649.
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Genetic Evaluation of Cardiomyopathy-A Heart Failure Society of America Practice Guideline. J Card Fail. 2018 May; 24(5):281-302.
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Pediatric and Adult Recommendations Vary for Sibling Testing in Cystic Fibrosis. J Genet Couns. 2018 09; 27(5):1049-1054.
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Streamlined genetic education is effective in preparing women newly diagnosed with breast cancer for decision making about treatment-focused genetic testing: a randomized controlled noninferiority trial. Genet Med. 2017 04; 19(4):448-456.
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Genetics' influence on patient experiences with a rare chronic disorder: a photovoice study of living with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Nurs Clin North Am. 2013 Dec; 48(4):627-36.
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The transnational alliance for genetic counseling: promoting international communication and collaboration. J Genet Couns. 2013 Dec; 22(6):688-9.