Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 4 , Pages 233-241 , November 2006

Radiation Options for Early Stage Breast Cancer

  • Giselle J. Moore-Higgs

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Giselle J. Moore-Higgs, ARNP, PhDc, AOCN®: University of Florida Shands Cancer Center Breast Center, 2000 SW Archer Road, Room 4144, Box 100383, JHMHC, Gainesville, FL 32610-0383

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doi: 10.1016/j.soncn.2006.07.005

Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume 22, Issue 4 , Pages 233-241 , November 2006

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