CDKN2A P16-Leiden
Conditions
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: - 18 years or older - Written informed consent - Proven CDKN2A PV carrier (confirmed by positive genetic test result) OR - CDKN2A risk carrier (50% chance of carrying the PV; genetic status not [yet] confirmed by genetic testing) - Participation in the LUMC skin and/or pancreatic surveillance program
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals that are not able to read or understand Dutch will be excluded from participation in this study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| First, the questionnaire aims to explore the psychological distress and quality of life by validated questionnaires including CWS, HADS, and SF-12. Second, the psychosocial impact on lifestyle, genetic testing, skin and pancreatic surveillance, and family planning is examined by both self-developed and validated questionnaires (PAHC, DCS). Our primary objectives are: - To investigate the quality of life and psychological distress in CDKN2A PV carriers and their first-degree relatives; - To assess the psychosocial impact of the CDKN2A PV on daily life, with regards to the following four themes: 1) lifestyle, 2) genetic testing, 3) skin and pancreatic screening, and 4) family planning. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| - To investigate whether psychosocial outcomes differ between CDKN2A PV carriers and first-degree relatives; - To identify individuals who may benefit from additional psychological support. - To develop a website and decision aid to help PV carriers and first-degree relatives with complex choices associated with the PV, such as engagement in genetic testing and cancer screening, lifestyle, and family planning. | — |
Countries
Netherlands