Influence of socioeconomic factors and distance to radiotherapy on breast ‐conserving surgery rates for early breast cancer in regional Australia; implications of change
ConclusionA strong association between distance to radiotherapy and the type of surgery for early breast cancer was found. Improving access to radiotherapy therefore has the potential to improve breast cancer outcomes for women in regional Australia.
Source: Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Ian M. Collins, Caroline Lum, Vincent L. Versace Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
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