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The meaning of risk to first degree relatives of women with breast cancer.

Women & health - 1 Jan 2003

Sheinfeld Gorin Sherri, Albert Steven M

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Breast cancer represents a serious health concern for women. It is estimated that hereditary breast cancer accounts for approximately 5-10% of all breast cancer cases and as many as 25% of early-onset cases. We conducted a qualitative study of 26 first degree relatives of women with breast cancer (FDRs) in order to gain a deeper understanding of the effect of risk perception on their screening adherence. The...

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PMID: 12839310
DOI: 10.1300/J013v37n03_07

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