BRCA2 and familial pancreatic carcinoma: In a study exploring screening effects of a pancreatic cancer genetic counseling and screening intervention, 129 participants with a familial history of pancreatic cancer or BRCA2 mutation were assessed at baseline and included prescreening and a genetic counseling session, and 3- and 12-month follow-up postscreening.[29] The results indicate that intrusive thoughts about cancer decreased significantly over time.