A Pilot Assessment of Ethnic Differences in Cosmetic Outcomes following Breast Conservation Therapy
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A Pilot Assessment of Ethnic Differences in Cosmetic Outcomes following Breast Conservation Therapy
BACKGROUND One of the primary benefits of breast conserving therapy (BCT) is the potential ability to preserve the aesthetic appearance of the breast. However, current literature and clinical experience suggest that the aesthetic benefits of BCT may not be equally shared among ethnic groups. This is a pilot study that uses novel techniques to evaluate the cosmetic outcomes of African American a...
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عنوان ژورنال: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open
سال: 2014
ISSN: 2169-7574
DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000000013