Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction: reducing the disparity through educational outreach to the underserved
Familusi O, Rios-Diaz AJ, Tilahun ED, Cunning JR, Broach RB, Brooks AD, Guerra CE, Butler PD. Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction: reducing the disparity through educational outreach to the underserved. Supportive Care In Cancer 2020, 29: 1055-1063. PMID: 32592032, DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05589-5.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAdultBreast NeoplasmsEarly Detection of CancerFemaleHealthcare DisparitiesHumansMammaplastyMastectomyMiddle AgedSurveys and QuestionnairesVulnerable PopulationsConceptsBreast cancer careCancer careBreast reconstructionUnderserved populationsBreast reconstruction optionsEducational symposiumBreast cancer conceptsMedian ageSurgical managementBreast healthCancer screeningHealth literacyPatient testimonialsConclusionThis studyReconstruction optionsGreater Philadelphia areaEthnic disparitiesSurvey scoresCancer conceptsCareUnderserved communitiesCommunity awarenessPhysiciansCommunity outreachEducational outreach