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- Title
Perceived risk of breast cancer among women at average and increased risk.
- Authors
Haas, Jennifer S; Kaplan, Celia P; Des Jarlais, Genevieve; Gildengoin, Virginia; Pérez-Stable, Eliseo J; Kerlikowske, Karla
- Abstract
The accuracy of a woman's perception of her risk of developing breast cancer has gained importance as more options for primary prevention have become available for those at increased risk. Conversely, women at average risk who perceive themselves as at increased risk may suffer from avoidable anxiety or unnecessary treatment. This study examined characteristics associated with perception of breast cancer risk among women at average and increased risk.
- Publication
Journal of women's health (2002), 2005, Vol 14, Issue 9, p845
- ISSN
1540-9996
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1089/jwh.2005.14.845