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. 1998 Jan-Feb;48(1):49-63.
doi: 10.3322/canjclin.48.1.49.

Evaluation of common breast problems: guidance for primary care providers

B Cady  1 , G D Steele Jr, M Morrow, B Gardner, B L Smith, N C Lee, H W Lawson, D P Winchester
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Evaluation of common breast problems: guidance for primary care providers

B Cady et al. CA Cancer J Clin. 1998 Jan-Feb.
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Abstract

The evaluation of common breast problems requires an assessment of the patient's risks and symptoms and a thorough physical examination. When indicated, appropriate imaging studies should be done, the patient should be referred to a surgeon or a breast specialist, and operative interventions should be used.

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