2020
Overview
Women's health breast cancer refers to breast cancer as it affects women, a malignant disease in which cells of the breast grow uncontrollably to form tumors that can invade surrounding tissue and spread to other parts of the body. It is among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women worldwide, and its risk is influenced by age, family history, genetic factors, hormonal and reproductive history, and lifestyle. Early detection through breast self-awareness, clinical examination, and screening mammography, combined with advances in surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and targeted treatment, has substantially improved survival, making timely diagnosis a central goal of women's health care. Outcomes depend heavily on the stage at diagnosis and on tumor biology, including hormone-receptor and proliferative status. Within the broader study of breast cancer survival, research examines the factors that shape prognosis and the effectiveness of treatment across diverse populations and settings. By emphasizing prevention, early detection, and evidence-based therapy, this field supports both longer survival and better quality of life for women affected by the disease. This page reflects that survivorship focus and gathers peer-reviewed, open-access material relevant to breast cancer in women, including its diagnosis, treatment, and the determinants of survival.
Research published in this journal
3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
2018
2015