Finding the missing 95%: Lynch Syndrome for Primary Care teams
Thu 17 Oct 2024 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM BST
Online, Microsoft Teams
Description
Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that causes people to have a higher lifetime risk of bowel and endometrial cancers. it is believed that in the UK, 95% of people with Lynch syndrome remain undiagnosed, and ongoing work aims to address this.
Alongside North Thames and South East Genomic Medicine Service Alliances, Central and South Genomics is working on the Lynch syndrome project to improve the identification and management of Lynch syndrome, bridging the gap in testing and diagnosis of Lynch syndrome and supporting the early detection of cancer and access to personalised care. The aim of the project is to test every patient who develops bowel or endometrial cancer for Lynch syndrome; and then to embed new pathways for onward testing, surveillance and referrals for positive patients and their families. The project aims to improve early detection of cancers as well as personalised medical care.
Primary Care colleagues play a crucial role in identifying people who may have Lynch syndrome and in aiding with public awareness and education. At this webinar, you can expect to gain:
- A better understanding of Lynch syndrome through genomics
- Information on how to identify possible Lynch patients
- The ability to better manage those already on your caseload, ensuring H. Pylori testing has been performed and aspirin has been commenced
- Knowledge on the 2 yearly colonoscopy pathway, how it is initiated and how the patient is recalled
- Tips and tools to use during a consultation
Join this exciting event to learn more about Lynch syndrome from a Primary Care perspective and move us closer to finding the missing 95%.