Factors affecting breast cancer treatment delay in Turkey: a study from Turkish Federation of Breast Diseases Societies.

Background: One of the most important factors in breast cancer (BC) mortality is treatment delay. The primary goal of this survey was to identify factors affecting the total delay time (TDT) in Turkish BC patients.

Methods: A total of 1031 patients with BC were surveyed using a uniform questionnaire.

Delays in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer: a multinational analysis.

Background: Reducing treatment delay improves outcomes in breast cancer. The aim of this study was to determine factors influencing patient- and system-related delays in commencing breast cancer treatment in different countries.

Methods: A total of 6588 female breast cancer patients from 12 countries were surveyed.