| Popis: |
there is extensive literature comparing the effects of different surgical procedures used in breast cancer treatment on psychological outcome. Body image in breast cancer has received considerable research attention. Narrow views focused on the physical effects of the cancer and of competing treatments on body image have received criticism, and broader approaches are currently being advocated. In this paper, body image in breast cancer and its treatments are examined in the context of the available literature. Preliminary results of the focus group component of a recent research study into body image in breast cancer are reported. Implications for clinical practice based on a review of the literature, and on the focus group results in particular, are discussed. |
