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Implementation of BRCA Test among Young Breast Cancer Patients in South Korea: A Nationwide Cohort Study.
Cancer research and treatment - 1 Jul 2024
Hwang Yung-Huyn, Yoo Tae-Kyung, Lee Sae Byul, Kim Jisun, Ko Beom Seok, Kim Hee Jeong, Lee Jong Won, Son Byung Ho, Chung Il Yong
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PURPOSE: This study aimed to investigate the frequency of BRCA testing and related factors among young breast cancer patients (age < 40 years) in South Korea. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We conducted a nationwide retrospective cohort study using data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment claims. Newly diagnosed breast cancer patients younger than 40 were included. Annual BRCA testing ratios (number of BRCA...
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