Practice Guidelines for Communicating a Prenatal o... [J Genet Couns. 2011] - PubMed result

J Genet Couns. 2011 May 27. [Epub ahead of print]
Practice Guidelines for Communicating a Prenatal or Postnatal Diagnosis of Down Syndrome: Recommendations of the National Society of Genetic Counselors.
Sheets KB, Crissman BG, Feist CD, Sell SL, Johnson LR, Donahue KC, Masser-Frye D, Brookshire GS, Carre AM, Lagrave D, Brasington CK.
Source
Division of Medical Genetics, Duke University Medical Center, 595 LaSalle Street, GSRB1, Box 103857, Durham, NC, 27710, USA, Katie.Sheets@duke.edu.

Abstract
Down syndrome is one of the most common conditions encountered in the genetics clinic. Due to improvements in healthcare, educational opportunities, and community inclusion over the past 30 years, the life expectancy and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome have significantly improved. As prenatal screening and diagnostic techniques have become more enhanced and widely available, genetic counselors can expect to frequently provide information and support following a new diagnosis of Down syndrome. This guideline was written for genetic counselors and other healthcare providers regarding the communication of a diagnosis of Down syndrome to ensure that families are consistently given up-to-date and balanced information about the condition, delivered in a supportive and respectful manner.

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Practice Guidelines for Communicating a Prenatal o... [J Genet Couns. 2011] - PubMed result