Discrepancies Between Surgical Oncologists and Plastic Surgeons in Patient Information Provision and Personal Opinions Towards Immediate Breast Reconstruction
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000001572
Abstract: Background Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) may improve quality of life of patients receiving mastectomy. However, a significant hospital variation exists in the use of IBR due to various reasons. To better understand this variation, the… read more here.
Keywords: reconstruction; oncologists plastic; surgical oncologists; plastic surgeons ... See more keywords
Practices and Perceptions Among Surgical Oncologists in the Perioperative Care of Obese Cancer Patients
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DOI: 10.1245/s10434-018-6564-9
Abstract: BackgroundObesity and cancer are two common diseases in the United States. Although there is an interaction of obesity and cancer, little is known about surgeon perceptions and practices in the care of obese cancer patients.… read more here.
Keywords: surgical oncologists; obese cancer; cancer; perioperative care ... See more keywords
ASO Author Reflections: The Changing Landscape for Industry Support to Surgical Oncologists
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DOI: 10.1245/s10434-019-07917-4
Abstract: Due to financial constraints and an evolving health care system, fewer surgeons are pursuing careers that include basic science and translational research. At the same time, however, surgical oncologists are assuming a more important role… read more here.
Keywords: surgical oncologists; author reflections; industry; changing landscape ... See more keywords