Risk factors of breast cancer in Ramsar and Tonekabon
| Author | Sh Keihanian | en |
| Author | F Ghaffari | en |
| Author | Z Fotokian | en |
| Author | R Shoormig | en |
| Author | M Saravi | en |
| Issued Date | 2010-09-30 | en |
| Abstract | Background: Breast cancer is the most common cancer and the leading cause of death in women between 40-45 years old. Recognition of highly significant risk factors of breast cancer is of vital importance in preventing the incidence of this type of malignancy. Objective: The objective of this study was to determine the risk factors of breast cancer. Methods: This was a descriptive-analytical case-control study. The study population consisted of patients with and without breast cancer living in two cities of Ramsar & Tonekabon who visited the hematology and oncology clinic during 2004-2007. A total of 120 individuals were selected based on pairs sampling method. The study tool was a researcher-designed questionnaire which could evaluate a number of variables. Data were analyzed using statistical tests including chi-square test, paired t-test, and logistic regression. Findings: There was a significant relationship between the breast cancer and the duration of breast feeding (p | en |
| DOI | https://doi.org/ | en |
| Keyword | Risk Factor | en |
| Keyword | Breast Cancer | en |
| Publisher | Brieflands | en |
| Title | Risk factors of breast cancer in Ramsar and Tonekabon | en |
| Type | Research Article | en |
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