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Perception and Attitude of Sudanese Pathologists
towards Biobank (Repository)
Prof. Ihsan M.O. AbdelhalimProfessor of Pathology
Alzaiem Alazhari University ‐SudanCO. Author: A.Khalid, A.Suliman, O.Osman &
O. Khalafella
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• Disclosure of conflict of interest :None
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Republic of Sudan
Population :about 34 millionArea (sq.km.) 1,844,729Administrative unit (state/wilayah) 15
Introduction
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What are Biobanks
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Use of Human Tissue & DataScientists and doctors have been collecting and studying tissue and information about health and lifestyle for many years. This supply is invaluable in • advancing understanding of health and disease• advancing development of healthcare & treatments
through – basic and discovery research – development of innovative diagnosis and
treatments
Cont. Introduction:
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What are BiobanksCollections of human biological material (and data)Types of biological material collections
– clinical - pathology archive, surplus surgical
– diagnostic – surplus blood, urine, biopsy– research – health surveys– Therapeutic – stem cells
(Patient or population based)
Cont. Introduction:
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What are Biobanks (cont.)
Data• Associated data
• Clinical history• Environmental history• Family history• Demographics (gender, age)• How the sample was collected
Appropriate governance mechanisms
• Mendy et al. Infrastructure and Facilities for Human Biobanking in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Situation Analysis. Pathobiology 2014; 81:252–260.
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Biobank & Pathology
• There are several advantages to establish biobank managed by pathologist. Pathology’s role must be at the center of the biobankingprocess.
• This ensures that optimal research samples are collected while guaranteeing that clinical diagnostics are never impaired.
Andry et al. . Biobanking—Budgets and the Role of Pathology Biobanks in Precision Medicine. Academic Pathology2017, 4: 1–8.
Cont. Introduction
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Objectives
• The aim of this study was to explore the role of Sudanese pathologists in establishing biobanks in Sudan. This is achieved through investigating their understanding, perception and attitudes towards biobank.
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Methods • A cross-sectional quantitative and
qualitative study among pathologists practicing in Khartoum State was conducted.
• Quantitative data was collected through self-administered questionnaire. We used the qualitative techniques of focus group interviews and four focus group discussion were conducted (5-6 in each).
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Rationale for focus group methodology•
FG methodology is a form of group interview that uses group interaction to amplify and diversify group opinions beyond those that would be obtained from other methods. This method explores not only the experiences and knowledge of participants, but also why and how they think the way they do*.
* Kitzinger, J. Introducing focus groups. British Medical Journal. 1995; 311; 299-302.
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• Topics for discussion A semi-structured interview format was used, with broad questions and ample opportunities for respondents to pursue issues that interested them. We began with the pathologist discussing their ideas and knowledge about biobanking. We also discussed their roles and role of suggested regulatory bodies..
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Result
• A total of 75 pathologists were involved in the study with a response rate of 80%.
• FG discussion were analyzed.• 4 themes were identified
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Result• Theme 1: Knowledge• Only 12% are familiar with the terminology and
its scientific definition.• 2% it is just for stem cells & reproductive issues.• Source: Conferences or being part of research
team.• Never been taught during their pathology
training• FG: Pathology archive
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ResultResult
• Theme 2 : Benefit of biobank
59%33%
8%
ReserchNo benfitDon’t know
Reasons(Why it is of no benefit)
• No research funds• Research is not
priority• Others (quality of
materials)
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75%
15%
10%Minstry of Health
Universities
Don`t know
• Theme 3: Regulatory Body
FG: ministry of Health is acceptable body.universities & research institutes should be represented
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• Theme 4:Sharing recoursesYes NO Not sure
60 10 30
FG: There was confusion and concern regarding issues that could have a major influence on their decision of sharing resources :• ethical consideration• protection of diagnostic slides and blocks,fear of
miss use of specimens• quality of tissue, • extra load• benefit to pathologists.
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Conclusion• Knowledge of pathologists towards
Biobank need improvement. Introduction of biobank in pathology curricula is important to enable pathologists to play their role in establishing and managing biobanks.
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Recommendation– Raising awareness – Introduction of biobank in the graduate pathology
curricula – Sponsoring of activities addressing the biobank by
IAP and its divisions as well as pathology societies.– Multidisciplinary collaboration: promotion of the use
of the biobanked samples.
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Acknowledgment
The Pathologists who actively participated in the study
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