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THROMBOSIS RESEARCH
Volume 113, Issue 1, Pages 7-12Publisher
PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.thromres.2004.02.002
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qualitative study; screening; factor V leiden; mutation; social aspects; stigmatisation; guideline
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To explore social aspects of asymptomatic carriership of factor V Leiden mutation (FVL) and how carriers have experienced procedure of screening for FVL, we have performed a qualitative study using semi-structured interviews. Seventeen carriers of FVL without history of venous thromboembolism (VTE) were interviewed. Carriership of FVL has the potential to influence daily life by inducing concerns, stigmatisation and problems with insurances. Furthermore, proper procedure of screening is important because carriers have many questions concerning progeny, risk factors for VTE and preventive measures. Both health worker and the individual to be screened for FVL need to be fully aware of the possible consequences of screening and the fact that proper screening comprises more than only the collection of a blood sample or explaining the amount of risk for VTE induced by a genetic defect. Any guideline to be developed for the screening for FVL should take this into account too. (C) 2004 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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