Abhishek Hanumanpratap Singh Kshatri, Srushti Parmar, Jnapika Devarapalli, Krutik Nayak, V. Soumya., Riyas Basheer K B, V. P. Akshay, N. S. Delna, Sonali Rath, Shubhrith Shrivastava, K. N. Jyothilakshmi & Seerat Kular·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Background: Breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating accurate and early detection strategies. Conventional imaging and pathological assessment are limited by interobserver variability, reduced sensitivity in dense br...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i51387
Arajulu Gbenga Abraham, James Success Odubia, Collins Gboyega Aribamikan, Ahmed Olamide Oseni, Adeleke Pamilerin Amos, Tosin Paulina Ohunyeye & Tolani A. Fagbohun·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Aims: To evaluate the effect of a structured health education programme on the knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices regarding breast cancer among female undergraduates of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. Study Design: Quasi-experimental one-group pre-test and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i21356
Background: Breast cancer is a global health issue affecting women with, early detection through breast-self-examination and Clinical-Breast Examination being crucial for increasing the rate of survival. Aim: This study aimed to ascertain the level of awareness of breast cancer,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i121159
Gnahore Djeda Franck, M’bengue Gbonon Valérie, Sekongo Yassongui Mamadou, Assohoun Stanislas, Ako Ako Aristide, Diplo Flore Bernadette, Coulibaly Safiatou, Osseni Akandji, Afran Sidje Arlette, N’guessan Jean David & Dosso Mireille·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
The gut microbiota is a complex ecosystem of microorganisms that maintains a symbiotic relationship with its host, contributing to digestion, metabolism, and immunity. Studies suggest that the microbiota may play a role in several non-communicable diseases, including certain canc...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i81465
Background: Breast pain or mastalgia is a common breast symptom in women after breast lump. The increase in awareness of breast cancer and the possibility that a breast pain may be associated with underlying breast disease prompt women to seek medical attention. Ultrasound is a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11941
Ni Putu Divananda Purwaningrum, Ni Nyoman Ratini, Anak Agung Ngurah Gunawan, Ni Kadek Nova Anggarani, I. Gusti Agung Putra Adnyana & I. Gde Antha Kasmawan·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2023
The aim of the study was to determine the effect of irradiation time, the percentage of the maximum dose, the distribution of doses at the center point, and the wedge factor on wedge filter variations. The research method uses a wedge filter to measure irradiation time, maximum d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i10898
Luqyana Latifa, Ni Nyoman Ratini, I. Wayan Balik Sudarsana, Ida Bagus Made Suryatika, I. Gusti Ayu Ratnawati, Anak Agung Ngurah Gunawan & Rozi Irhas·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2023
The aim of the study was to analyze the radiation dose distribution in breast cancer cases using IMRT techniques on a LINAC equipment, specifically examining the Conformity Index (CI), Homogeneity Index (HI), and radiation dose distribution to the OAR, including lungs and heart o...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i8840
Social support has been linked with positive treatment outcomes for many chronic conditions including breast cancer, and it meaningfully reduces the stress originating from cancer diagnosis as well as improves emotional wellbeing. This study aims to assess the level of social sup...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i12777
Aims: To demonstrate the increased risk of developing a second primary thyroid or breast cancer in patients with prior breast or thyroid cancer and to study the clinicopathological characteristic of breast cancer (B2) as a secondary malignancy following a diagnosis of thyroid can...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i730474
Grace Okaliwe, Glory Mbe Egom Nja, Isaac Olushola Ogunkola, Regina Idu Ejemot-Nwadiaro & Don Eliseo Lucero-Prisno III·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2021
Background: Breast cancer is the commonest cancer among women globally. Early screening remains a critical approach to reducing morbidity and mortality. Mammography, one of such screening tools, is vital in improving outcomes and survival. However, poor knowledge and ignorance ha...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2021/v19i830351
Adamu Ahmad Rufa’i, Siew Hwa Yen, Wan Abdul Manan Wan Muda, Venkata Murali Krishna Bhavaraju & Aishah Knight Abd Shatar·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2017
Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the association between reproductive factors and the risk of breast cancer among Malaysian women. Study Design: Case-control study. Place and Duration of Study: Oncology clinics of 6 selected hospitals from 3 states of Kedah, Kelantan and...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2017/37027
Aims: To examine the factors predicting the utilization of breast cancer screening services among women working in a private university in Ogun State. Study Design: A cross-sectional descriptive study. Place and Duration of Study: A private University in Ogun State, Nigeria. Dat...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2017/37013
Oladeji Saheed Busari, Saheed Opeyemi Usman, Ndumiso Tshuma, Olusola John Fatunmbi, Ibiwumi Nafisat Usman & Afusat Adesina·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2017
Background: Breast cancer is the commonest of all cancers and a leading cause of cancer deaths in women worldwide, a situation that can be predicated upon by knowledge inadequacies and fundamental cancer prevention strategies. This study was therefore carried out to determine the...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2017/36472
Aims: The purpose here was to investigate for the first time effects following five-weeks of a complementary medicine intervention or mindfulness-based intervention (MBSR) in cancer patients with chronic pain. Specifically, psychological inflexibility in pain, pain self-efficacy,...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2016/29939
Aims: Axillary lymph nodes evaluation plays an important role in breast cancer surgery. Today and in the sentinel lymph node biopsy era, lymph node metastasis is evaluated by various methods such as Frozen section and Touch imprint cytology each having its pros and cons. Selectin...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2014/10497