Brief Report: Pediatrician Perspectives Regarding Genetic Evaluations of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
| Autor: | Paul C. Young, Audrey M. Rutz, Lorenzo D. Botto, Karin M. Dent, Paul S. Carbone |
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| Rok vydání: | 2018 |
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medicine.medical_specialty Health Knowledge Attitudes Practice Autism Spectrum Disorder Genetic counseling 03 medical and health sciences 0302 clinical medicine Surveys and Questionnaires Utah Developmental and Educational Psychology medicine Humans 0501 psychology and cognitive sciences Genetic Testing Pediatricians Child Reimbursement Genetic testing medicine.diagnostic_test Public health Knowledge level 05 social sciences medicine.disease Autism spectrum disorder Family medicine Autism Female Guideline Adherence Psychology 030217 neurology & neurosurgery 050104 developmental & child psychology Insurance coverage |
| Zdroj: | Journal of autism and developmental disorders. 49(2) |
| ISSN: | 1573-3432 |
| Popis: | Despite current guidelines, few children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) receive genetic evaluations. We surveyed Utah pediatricians to characterize the knowledge, beliefs, current practices and perceived barriers of pediatricians regarding genetic evaluation of children with ASD. We found over half lacked knowledge of current guidelines and many held beliefs about genetic evaluation that did not align with guidelines. Barriers were lack of insurance coverage for genetic evaluation/testing and long wait times to see geneticists. Pediatricians with beliefs aligned with guidelines and those aware of the role of genetic counselors were more likely to adhere to guidelines. Efforts to educate pediatricians are needed along with system level solutions regarding availability of geneticists and reimbursement for genetic testing. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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