Douala prenatal diagnosis staff (Cameroon): four years of activity

Nguefack, Charlotte Tchente; Brulet, Charlotte; Njiengwe, Erero; Sandjon, Guy; Onomo, Monique; Kamgaing, Jacques Tsingaing; Колесников, А. Д.; Epopa, Augustin; Wamba, Benoit; Doualla, Cesar

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“…In Cameroon, a multidisciplinary team of gynecologist-obstetricians, psychologists and medical geneticists together decides on the approach to counsel each case of prenatal diagnosis [20]. In South Africa, the postgraduate genetic counseling program was initiated on the experiences of a medical social worker [21].…”

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Developing Clinical Cancer Genetics Services in Resource-Limited Countries: The Case of Retinoblastoma in Kenya

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Njambi

Nyamori

et al. 2014

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Background/Aims: Clinical cancer genetics is an integral part of cancer control and management, yet its development as an essential medical service has been hindered in many low-and-middle-income countries. We report our experiences in developing a clinical cancer genetics service for retinoblastoma in Kenya. Methods: A genetics task force was created from within the membership of the existing Kenyan National Retinoblastoma Strategy group. The task force engaged in multiple in-person and telephone discussions, delineating experiences, opinions and suggestions for an evidence-based, culturally sensitive retinoblastoma genetics service. Discussions were recorded and thematically categorized to develop a strategy for the design and implementation of a national retinoblastoma clinical genetics service. Results: Discussion among the retinoblastoma genetics task force supported the development of a comprehensive genetics service that rests on 3 pillars: (1) patient and family counseling, (2) community involvement, and (3) medical education. Conclusions: A coordinated national retinoblastoma genetics task force led to the creation of a unique and relevant approach to delivering comprehensive and accurate genetic care to Kenyan retinoblastoma patients. The task force aims to stimulate innovative approaches in cancer genetics research, education and knowledge translation, taking advantage of unique opportunities offered in the African context.

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Developing Clinical Cancer Genetics Services in Resource-Limited Countries: The Case of Retinoblastoma in Kenya

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Njambi

Nyamori

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Opportunities and barriers for genetic service delivery in Kenya from a health personnel perspective

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Genetic counselling and testing are essential health services for the management of heritable diseases. However, in low-and-middle income countries like Kenya, genetic counsellors are not yet a licenced profession, and there is limited availability of and access to genetic testing. This study aimed to uncover opportunities and barriers for genetic service delivery in the Kenyan healthcare system from the perspectives of those who provide genetic testing and/or genetic counselling. Participants included Kenyan health personnel who deliver genetic services. This was a qualitative study that collected data via semi-structured one-on-one interviews and analyzed it using inductive thematic analysis. Participant demographics and characteristics of clinical genetic service provision were collected using a survey and results summarized using descriptive statistics. Themes revealed during analysis were compared to the clinical characteristics of genetic service provision to inform the opportunities and barriers. Fifteen interviews were conducted in total. Thematic analysis indicated that participants believed that the barriers facing genetic service delivery were linked to three themes: (1) education and training, (2) costs, and (3) counselling challenges. The opportunities for genetic service delivery were linked to four themes: (1) demand, (2) education and training, (3) encouraging a multidisciplinary approach to care, and (4) enhancing laboratory infrastructure. These findings are crucial for the development of a national evidence-informed and culturally appropriate model for genetic service delivery. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s12687-021-00532-5.

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Douala prenatal diagnosis staff (Cameroon): four years of activity

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Developing Clinical Cancer Genetics Services in Resource-Limited Countries: The Case of Retinoblastoma in Kenya

Developing Clinical Cancer Genetics Services in Resource-Limited Countries: The Case of Retinoblastoma in Kenya

Opportunities and barriers for genetic service delivery in Kenya from a health personnel perspective

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