Facilitators and Barriers to Seeking Early Diagnosis and Treatment for Breast Cancer Among Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital

Delays in breast cancer care are strongly influenced by educational status, gender roles, and socio-cultural beliefs. Enhancing women's autonomy, expanding awareness initiatives, and strengthening health system support are critical to promoting early diagnosis and improving outcomes.

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Cureus
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2026-01-12
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.101401
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Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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Facilitators and Barriers to Seeking Early Diagnosis and Treatment for Breast Cancer Among Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital

Pratibha Singh, Renu Agrawal
Cureus
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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Facilitators and Barriers to Seeking Early Diagnosis and Treatment for Breast Cancer Among Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital

Pratibha Singh, Renu Agrawal
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Abstract

Delays in breast cancer care are strongly influenced by educational status, gender roles, and socio-cultural beliefs. Enhancing women's autonomy, expanding awareness initiatives, and strengthening health system support are critical to promoting early diagnosis and improving outcomes.

CureusVol. 18(1)
Sarojini Naidu Medical College (IN)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 89%
Global Cancer Incidence and Screening
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