Disparities in Breast Cancer Treatment and Access to Information Among Racial Groups
By
Tokoya Williams
May X. Li
Keenan S. Fine
Bradley A. Melnick
Kelly C. Ho
Johna Joseph
Jayla Allums
Rolando J. Casas Fuentes
Brigid M. Coles
Robert D. Galiano
July 5, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Disparities in Breast Cancer Treatment and Access to Information Among Racial Groups
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Breast Cancer Key Mechanisms Racial disparities in treatment outcomes and access to information regarding breast reconstruction. Target Population Adult females with a history of surgical intervention for breast cancer, particularly Women of Color. Care Setting Clinical decision-making and treatment planning for breast cancer patients.
Key Highlights
Significant racial disparities exist in breast reconstruction outcomes and satisfaction. White women report higher satisfaction and access to information compared to Non-white peers. Social media is increasingly used by patients for information and support in decision-making. The study includes a diverse sample of 413 women with varying racial and ethnic backgrounds. Breast reconstruction was performed in 64.4% of mastectomy patients. Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Assess cancer stage and treatment history among diverse racial groups. Management
Consider the role of social media in patient education and decision-making. Monitoring & Follow-up
Evaluate patient satisfaction and quality of life post-reconstruction. Risks
Address disparities in access to information and treatment outcomes among racial groups. Patient & Prescribing Data
413 adult females with a history of surgical intervention for breast cancer.
63.7% underwent chemotherapy, 67.3% received radiation, and 81.6% had mastectomy.
Clinical Best Practices
Incorporate diverse patient perspectives in treatment planning. Utilize validated tools like BREAST-Q for assessing patient satisfaction. Engage with patients through social media to enhance information access. Related Resources & Content
