Pre-diagnosis major life stressors and breast cancer outcomes
ConclusionsPsychological distress is prevalent prior to breast cancer diagnosis and may merit early intervention. While additional study in diverse populations is needed, current data suggest possible associations between pre-diagnosis psychological distress and surgical decision making, specifically mastectomy.
Source: Breast Cancer Research and Treatment - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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