Lynch Syndrome Explained by a Genetic Counselor
Rachel Silva-Smith, MSc, Certified Genetic Counselor, reviews the cause of Lynch Syndrome, the cancers risks, and risk management options including screening tools, preventative surgery, and modifiable risk factors. She also discusses genetic discrimination and how having Lynch Syndrome can impact your children.
PREMM5 model to predict the risk of Lynch Syndrome: https://premm.dfci.harvard.edu/
LYNCH SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUPS:
Lynch Syndrome International: https://lynchcancers.com/
Hereditary Colon Cancer Takes Guts: https://www.hcctakesguts.org/
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