The Medical Journal of Australia
Episode 531: MJA Podcasts 2023 Episode 25: New research into breast cancer and rare cancers, with Professor Peter Baade and Dr Kou Kou
Sep 24, 2023
Professor Peter Baade and Dr Kou Kou from Cancer Council Queensland discuss new research on breast cancer survival rates, treatment intervals, and challenges in studying rare cancers. They emphasize the importance of timely treatment for better outcomes and highlight the impact of limited data on rare cancer research in Australia.
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- Delayed breast cancer treatment decreases survival rates, emphasizing the importance of adhering to treatment timelines as per guidelines.
- Rare cancer diagnoses in Australia have lower survival rates, with disparities seen in incidence and outcomes based on socio-economic and geographical factors.
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Risks of Untimely Breast Cancer Treatment
Delays in receiving timely breast cancer treatment can significantly increase the risk of death. Research published in the Medical Journal of Australia found that women experiencing longer treatment intervals than recommended guidelines had notably lower survival rates. The study focused on the impact of various treatment intervals on survival outcomes, highlighting the critical importance of adhering to timely treatment protocols as per the 2020 Australian guidelines.
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