Breast Cancer

Investigators at University of Missouri Describe Research in Breast Cancer

Published in Women's Health Weekly, May 3rd, 2012

2012 MAY 3 -- "Approximately one third of breast cancer survivors are estimated to develop lymphoedema. This study was conducted in the midwestern region of the USA and in Western Cape, South Africa," investigators in Columbia, Missouri report.

"The purpose of this study was to compare and contrast lymphoedema experiences and lymphoedema managements between breast cancer survivors from the two countries. Using a qualitative research design, data were collected from 29 women with a history of breast cancer-related lymphoedema (18 women from the USA and 11 women from South Africa) who consented to semi-structured interviews. Six themes regarding effects of...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2012-05-03)

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