2014
DOI: 10.15171/ijhpm.2014.44
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The financial cost of preventive and curative programs for breast cancer: a case study of women in Shiraz-Iran

Abstract: It is concluded that although screening can be effective for improving quality of life and treatment effectiveness, considering the high costs of screening, it is not economical in Iran. Screening methods within suitable intervals, and also considering patients' medical history have been recommended by the present study.

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“…Cancer is the third leading cause of death in Iran [ 11 ], including breast neoplasm (approximately 33 in 100,000 women). The rate of breast neoplasm is higher in Iran than the global rate (ASR: 31), and it is estimated to be doubled by the end of 2030 (ASR = 70) [ 12 ].…”
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“…Cancer is the third leading cause of death in Iran [ 11 ], including breast neoplasm (approximately 33 in 100,000 women). The rate of breast neoplasm is higher in Iran than the global rate (ASR: 31), and it is estimated to be doubled by the end of 2030 (ASR = 70) [ 12 ].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There can be diverse methods for the diagnosis of breast neoplasms world wild, including mammogram, ultrasound, biopsy, and MRI. Breast Self-Examination (BSE) can be considered a complementary method in assisting women in reporting any unusual changes early on [ 11 , 21 ]. Overall, breast screening expenses are said to be very high in Iran.…”
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“…Breast cancer constitutes 76% of cancer among Iranian women . The majority of detected breast cancer cases in developed countries were in stage 1, whereas in Iran many of the diagnosed cases were in the second or third stages …”
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confidence: 99%