Sunday, September 2, 2018

Huntington Disease Genetic Test Taking: A Challenge between Modern Medical Technology and Humanity by Shuh-Jen Sheu RN in BJSTR

Abstract

Many previous studies investigated the ethical issues and psychological effect behind on the disclosure of Huntington Disease (HD) [1]. Huntington Disease is a devastating and degenerative brain disorder, where it slowly diminishes the affected individual’s ability to physical movements, cognitive, and behavior disturbance [2]. The cognitive dysfunctions may include disorganized thoughts, planning, searching for alternatives, and delays the acquisition of new motor skills [1].




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