Impacto Emocional do diagnóstico de mutação genética relacionada ao câncer de mama: uma revisão sistemática

ObjectiveBased on the premise that the diagnosis of a genetic mutation related to breast cancer causes emotional distress for the patient and their family members, a systematic literature review was conducted to clarify this relationship commonly observed in oncologic clinical practice.MethodIn total, 18 articles confirmed through bias analysis were reviewed. The articles were retrieved from the PubMed, Cochrane Wiley, SciELO, and APA-PsycInfo databases.ResultsThese studies confirmed the hypothesis that a positive result in the genetic test triggers significant distress for both the patient and their family members, although each individual reacts in a unique way. The researchers recommend that the diagnosis should not be considered the sole factor for the studied outcome. It should be related to personal or family history of illness, previous experiences, and previous mental health.ConclusionWe conclude, by a slight tendency, to include qualitative studies as a way to evaluate experiences in a more in-depth manner