The Association between Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema and Area Deprivation Index
Conclusions Residing in more socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods is associated with lower odds of a lymphedema diagnosis, despite higher rates of risk factors for lymphedema, suggesting significant underdiagnosis in this population. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text
Source: Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Chiang, Sarah N. Finnan, Michael J. Varagur, Kaamya Skolnick, Gary B. Sacks, Justin M. Christensen, Joani M Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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