Published in JAMA Surgery · View the paper (DOI)
A new study found that nearly half of early-stage breast cancer patients considered having a double mastectomy, despite knowing it offers little benefit. Patients were unaware of the surgery's risks and benefits, with many choosing it for peace of mind.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Study finds 'striking' use of double mastectomy Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan · Dec 21, 2016 · first to report
- Study finds substantial rate of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy when procedure not indicated JAMA Network · Dec 21, 2016