Psychological impact of diagnosis and surgery in the treatment of early stage breast cancer
Comparable effectiveness of breast conserving therapy (BCT) with mastectomy for early stage breast cancer has now been demonstrated (Early Breast Trialists' Collaborative Group, 1995). The widespread introduction of BCT was expected to significantly improve the quality of life for many women (F...
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University of Edinburgh
2001
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