Survival of Women with Breast Cancer Varies by Health Board
Author Information
Author(s): Twelves C J, Thomson C S, Dewar J A, Brewster D H
Primary Institution: Cancer Research Campaign Department of Medical Oncology, Beatson Oncology Centre, Glasgow
Hypothesis
Does the Health Board affect the survival of women with breast cancer over 10 years?
Conclusion
Survival rates for women with breast cancer vary depending on the Health Board where they received treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- Multivariate survival analysis confirmed variations in survival based on Health Board.
- Differences in survival according to surgical caseload/specialization were not statistically significant.
Takeaway
Where you get treated for breast cancer can change how long you live after being diagnosed.
Methodology
Multivariate survival analysis of women with breast cancer diagnosed in 1987 with at least 10 years follow-up.
Limitations
Differences in survival according to surgical caseload/specialization or deprivation were not statistically significant.
Participant Demographics
Women diagnosed with breast cancer in 1987.
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