Demographic Determinants Influencing the Adoption of Genetic Testing for Cardiovascular Diseases in Japan　― Insights From a Large-Scale Online Survey ―

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  • Isa Koichiro
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, St. Luke’s International Hospital
  • Suzuki Takahiro
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, St. Luke’s International Hospital
  • Nomura Seitaro
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo Department of Frontier Cardiovascular Science, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
  • Miyoshi Tomomi
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital Division of Public Health, Department of Social Medicine, Nihon University School of Medicine
  • Fujita Kanna
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo Department of Computational Diagnostic Radiology and Preventive Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo
  • Kubo Toru
    Department of Cardiology and Geriatrics, Kochi Medical School, Kochi University
  • Yoneoka Daisuke
    Center for Surveillance, Immunization, and Epidemiologic Research, National Institute of Infectious Diseases
  • Mizuno Atsushi
    Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, St. Luke’s International Hospital

Abstract

<p>Background: Genetic testing for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is vital, but is underutilized in Japan due to limited insurance coverage, accessibility, and public disinterest. This study explores demographic factors influencing the decision to undergo CVD genetic testing.</p><p>Methods and Results: We compared the CVD history and baseline demographics of Japanese adults who underwent genetic testing with those who did not, using an Internet survey. The regression model indicated that men, the young, married individuals, parents, and those with CVD, higher score for rationality, and lower quality of life were more inclined to undergo testing.</p><p>Conclusions: Targeting strategies for CVD genetic testing could focus on these demographics.</p>

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  • Circulation Reports

    Circulation Reports 6 (5), 178-182, 2024-05-10

    The Japanese Circulation Society

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