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Breast Cancer
Studies from University of Sydney describe new findings in breast cancer
March 20th, 2008
In this recent study, researchers in Sydney, Australia conducted a study "To explore and describe women's experiences of transverse rectus abdominus musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap breast reconstruction following mastectomy for breast cancer. Qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive." "A private hospital in Perth, Western Australia. Sample: Purposive sampling. Inclusion criteria were English-speaking women who had undergone TRAM flap breast reconstruction 6-24 months prior to the study. Response rate was 78%. Ten women were recruited, five who had undergone immediate breast reconstruction and five who had undergone delayed breast reconstruction. Data were collected...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-03-20)
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