Abstract:Background The incidence of metastatic breast cancer is rising, but few studies have analyzed Asian American women with a focus on screening and obesity rates.Methods Data from the U.S. Cancer Statistics were examined for trends and incidence rates of breast cancer. Using the Center for Disease Control data mammogram compliance and obesity rates in Asian women were analyzed.Results Over our 18-year study period, the incidence of postmenopausal metastatic breast cancer increased by 2.19% annually in Asian women… Show more
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