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Table 2 Prior knowledge of Lynch syndrome and screening

From: Universal screening of colorectal tumors for lynch syndrome: a survey of patient experiences and opinions

 

Yes

No

Uncertain

Before receiving this survey, had you heard of Lynch syndrome, also known as Hereditary Non-Polyposis Colorectal Cancer Syndrome (HNPCC)?

23 (34.8%)

42 (63.6%)

1 (1.5%)

Before receiving this survey, did you know that your hospital had a universal screening policy for Lynch syndrome?

14 (21.5%)

49 (75.4%)

2 (3.1%)

Before receiving this survey, did you know that your tumor specimen was screened for Lynch syndrome?

22 (33.3%)

37 (56.1%)

7 (10.6%)