Published February 21, 1977 | Version v1
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Breast cancer induced by radiation. Relation to mammography and treatment of acne

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A report is given of cases of 16 women in whom cancer of the breast developed after radiation therapy for acne or hirsutism, suggesting another group at higher risk than is generally expected for cancer of the breast. It is prudent to regard the carcinogenic effect of radiation on the breast as proportional to dose without a threshold. Mammography in young women should be ordered only selectively, not for screening

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Journal Title
JAMA
Journal Volume
237
Journal Issue
8
Series
J. Am. Med. Assoc.
Journal Page Range
789
ISSN
0098-7484

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