Factors associated with delayed diagnosis among sub-Saharan African women
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| IMSEAR
| ID: sea-221884
ABSTRACT
Breast cancer incidence in sub-Saharan Africa is among the lowest in the world; however, mortality is as high as in high-incidence countries because of poor survival rates. Most breast cancer patients in sub-Saharan Africa are diagnosed at advanced stages after prolonged symptomatic periods. Understanding the reasons why women in sub-Saharan Africa seek care after the onset of symptoms is essential to promoting early diagnosis and ultimately improve their cancer survival.
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IMSEAR
Год:
2023
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