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Table 3 Impressions of hospitals with universal screening

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

 

Yes

No

Uncertain

Would you encourage friends or relatives to pursue their screening colonoscopies or colorectal surgery, if needed, at a hospital that has implemented a universal screening policy?

55 (87.3%)

1 (1.6%)

7 (11.1%)

Does the fact that your hospital has implemented a universal screening policy for Lynch syndrome reinforce your confidence in their ability to provide state-of-the-art medical care?

58 (90.6%)

3 (4.7%)

3 (4.7%)

Do you think hospitals should also screen all women diagnosed with uterine cancer for Lynch syndrome?

54 (84.4%)

0 (0%)

10 (15.6%)