43 research outputs found
Age-related differences in breast cancer treatment
Background: More than half of the cases of breast cancer treated in the United States occur in women over age 65. This study investigates age-related differences in breast cancer therapy.Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/41398/1/10434_2006_Article_BF02303540.pd
Breast cancer in young women
Although uncommon, breast cancer in young women is worthy of special attention due to the unique and complex issues that are raised. This article reviews specific challenges associated with the care of younger breast cancer patients, which include fertility preservation, management of inherited breast cancer syndromes, maintenance of bone health, secondary prevention, and attention to psychosocial issues