UPPER EXTREMITY FUNCTION AND LYMPHEDEMA IN BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

In our study, we investigated upper extremity function and breast cancer-related lymphedema in individuals following breast cancer surgery and treatments

Inclusion Criteria: * Be under follow-up at the PAU Breast Clinic, with stable symptoms and medication regimens * Have undergone surgery following a diagnosis of breast cancer and an indication for breast surgery * Have a level of cognitive function appropriate for the study's requirements and be able to understand what they read and respond accordingly Exclusion Criteria: * Not having undergone breast surgery * Lack of cooperation * Development of metastases * Recurrence of the disease * Bilateral breast cancer * History of a second cancer