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This clinical trial is listed at the request of the researchers who are running the study. Genetic Health does not specifically endorse this study and does not receive compensation for listing it. Before you participate in any clinical trial, you should carefully review the trial's informed consent document so you are aware of the risks and benefits of participation.
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What Is This Study About?
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| Johns Hopkins researchers recently identified an association between a specific gene mutation and risk for colorectal cancer in the Ashkenazi Jewish population. The mutation occurs in six percent of this population. This study will compare telephone genetic counseling to in-person genetic counseling in 200 Ashkenazi Jewish adults with a history of colorectal cancer. The long-term goal of this study is to increase the availability of genetic counseling by developing new modes of service delivery.
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Who Is Eligible to Participate?
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To be in this study a person must be:
- 18 years of age or older
- Ashkenazi Jewish
- A former colon cancer patient (not currently in treatment)
Participants will receive free and confidential:
- Genetic counseling
- Genetic testing
for a colon cancer gene mutation that is found in this population.
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Contact Information
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If you want more information or would like to participate in this study, please contact:
Miriam Tillery
Research Coordinator
Colon Cancer Genetic Testing Study
Johns Hopkins Hospital
600 North Wolfe Street Meyer 218
Baltimore, MD 21287-7218
Telelphone: (410) 502-5405
E-mail: mtillery@jhmi.edu
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Background Information
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Johns Hopkins researchers recently identified an association between an APC gene mutation known as APC 11307K, and risk for colorectal cancer in the Ashkenazi Jewish population. The mutation occurs in six percent of this population. Both professionals and the lay community have shown an interest in a genetic test for this mutation . However, a shortage of qualified genetic counselors may limit the amount of genetic testing that can be conducted. This study will compare the efficacy of telephone counseling versus in-person counseling in 200 Ashkenazi Jewish adults with a history of colorectal cancer. The long-term goal of the present study is to increase the availability of genetic counseling by developing new ways of delivering the service.
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