Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on breast cancer pathological stage at diagnosis in Tunisian patients

CONCLUSION: Our findings proved an increase in alarming rates of advanced stage BC associated with the COVID-19 crisis. These findings support recommendations for a quick restoration of BC screening at full capacity, with adequate prioritization strategies to mitigate harm.PMID:38363601 | PMC:PMC10894576 | DOI:10.3233/BD-230051

Source: Breast Disease - February 16, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Meriam Triki Mouna Zghal Houda Ben Ayed Saadia Makni Maroua Bouhamed Semi Fendri Slim Charfi Tahya Boudawara Manel Mellouli Source Type: research