Public perception and willingness to accept somatic gene therapy: A Belgian survey study

Public attitudes toward gene therapy were largely positive, guided by perceived benefits over scientific certainty. Support favored curative over preventive use, with participants balancing autonomy and medical guidance in shared decision-making.

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Open Research Europe
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2026-01-29
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https://doi.org/10.12688/openreseurope.21462.2
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BRCA gene mutations in cancer
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Abstract

Public attitudes toward gene therapy were largely positive, guided by perceived benefits over scientific certainty. Support favored curative over preventive use, with participants balancing autonomy and medical guidance in shared decision-making.

Open Research EuropeVol. 5
Department of Public Health (MM), KU Leuven (BE)
Reduced inequalities
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BRCA gene mutations in cancer
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