Financial distress associated with breast cancer surgery negatively impacts psychological well-being of patients – Newswise

Newswise — CHICAGO (December 11, 2020):  Financial toxicity among breast cancer patients is independently associated with worse psychological well-being following a mastectomy or lumpectomy operation.  However, even small improvements in financial pressure associated with treatment-related costs can lead to better mental well-being and higher patient satisfaction with breast reconstruction, according to an “article in press” published on the website of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons ahead…

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