Breast Cancer Follow-Up Imaging Varies Widely, Study Finds
Follow-up imaging for women with non-metastatic breast cancer varies widely across the country, according to a new study led by researchers at UCSF.
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Give to UCSFFollow-up imaging for women with non-metastatic breast cancer varies widely across the country, according to a new study led by researchers at UCSF.
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