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2020 May


Ann Surg Treat Res


98


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Surgical impact on anxiety of patients with breast cancer: 12-month follow-up prospective longitudinal study.

Authors

Kim J Y, Cho J, Lee S, Choi E-K, Kim I-R, Lee J E, Kim S W, Nam S-J
Ann Surg Treat Res. 2020 May; 98(5):215-223.
PMID: 32411626.

Abstract

Breast cancer diagnosis and treatment often produce stress in patients. Anxiety is one of the most prevalent psychological symptoms perceived by breast cancer patients. This study aims to evaluate the temporal patterns of anxiety and find factors associated with persistent anxiety during breast cancer treatment.