Publications by authors named "Colin T Cochrane"

Background: The aim of this study was to compare the time to re-operation, following inadequate loco-regional surgery for breast cancer, between the public and private sectors of the Sunshine Coast region.

Methods: A retrospective review was performed of the medical records of all female patients undergoing guide wire-localized, breast-conserving surgery at Nambour General Hospital and in the local private sector from January 2009 until April 2010. The dates of initial consultation, operation, post-operative consultation and any subsequent reoperation were recorded.

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