Development of a computer-based tool to obtain a family health history in Vietnam

Per Med. 2024;21(5):271-276. doi: 10.1080/17410541.2024.2391728. Epub 2024 Sep 4.

Abstract

Background: Family health history (FHH) is central to human genomic profiling construction; however, there is no protocol for documenting FHH in a pedigree format in Vietnam.Aim: A "Gia Su Suc Khoe" (GSSK) tool was developed to create a user-friendly interface for collecting FHH and offering diseases' risk assessment.Results: A tool was described (https://giasusuckhoe.vn/) with good feedback from genetic counselors and family-medicine doctors. Among 20 surveys, 100% of respondents noted that the report accurately reflected their FHH and were satisfied with the tool's display. About 74% of familial conditions were covered. Overall, all constructive feedback has been adapted into the updated version.Conclusion: Gia Su Suc Khoe has the potential to significantly improve healthcare delivery and outcomes in Vietnam.

Keywords: adult primary care; computer-based tool; family health history; genetic disorders; risk stratification.

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MeSH terms

  • Family Health
  • Female
  • Genetic Counseling / methods
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Medical History Taking* / methods
  • Pedigree*
  • Risk Assessment / methods
  • Surveys and Questionnaires
  • Vietnam