The CPT1A Arctic variant: perspectives of community members and providers in two Alaska tribal health settings.
The CPT1A Arctic variant: perspectives of community members and providers in two Alaska tribal health settings.
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CPT1A 北极变体:两个阿拉斯加部落卫生环境中社区成员和提供者的观点。
DOI:
10.1007/s12687-023-00684-6
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发表时间:
2023
影响因子:
1.9
通讯作者:
Dillard,DeniseA
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作者:
Beans,JulieA;Trinidad,SusanBrown;Shane,AliassaL;Wark,KyleA;Avey,JaedonP;Apok,Charlene;Guinn,Tiffany;Robler,SamanthaKleindienst;Hirschfeld,Matthew;Koeller,DavidM;Dillard,DeniseA
Newborn screening in Alaska includes screening for carnitine palmitoyltransferase 1A (CPT1A) deficiency. TheCPT1AArctic variant is a variant highly prevalent among Indigenous peoples in the Arctic. In this study, we sought to elicit Alaska Native (AN) community member and AN-serving healthcare providers’ knowledge and perspectives on theCPT1AArctic variant. Focus groups with community members and healthcare providers were held in two regions of Alaska between October 2018 and January 2019. Thematic analysis was used to identify recurring constructs. Knowledge and understanding about theCPT1AArctic variant and its health impact varied, and participants were interested in learning more about it. Additional education for healthcare professionals was recommended to improve providers’ ability to communicate with family caregivers about the Arctic variant. Engagement with AN community members identified opportunities to improve educational outreach via multiple modalities for providers and caregivers on the Arctic variant, which could help to increase culturally relevant guidance and avoid stigmatization, undue worry, and unnecessary intervention. Education and guidance on the care of infants and children homozygous for theCPT1AArctic variant could improve care and reduce negative psychosocial effects.