SynthesisAnnals of surgical oncology2021
Breastfeeding is Possible: A Systematic Review on the Feasibility and Challenges of Breastfeeding Among Breast Cancer Survivors of Reproductive Age.
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16 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 38 citations in OpenAlex.
- Fertility preservation in breast cancer patients: a systematic review and summary of current evidence and recommendations.Breast cancer research and treatment · 2026Pooled it
- A systematic review of factors associated with student use of campus food pantries: implications for addressing barriers and facilitating use.BMC public health · 2024Pooled it
- Where there are fumes, there may be lung cancer: a systematic review on the association between exposure to cooking fumes and the risk of lung cancer in never-smokers.Cancer causes & control : CCC · 2023Pooled it
- Review
- Breastfeeding after breast cancer in young BRCA carriers.Journal of the National Cancer Institute · 2025Observational
- Oncolactation for Patients with Breast Cancer: Executive Summary from the American Society of Breast Surgeons.Annals of surgical oncology · 2025Review
- Breastfeeding During and After Breast Cancer Diagnosis-A Systematic Review of the Literature.Journal of clinical medicine · 2025Review
- Impact of Chronic Stress and Anxiety on Interleukin-6, Hypoxia-Inducible Factor-1α and on Pathological and Immunohistochemical Parameters in Breast Cancer.Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP · 2025Article
- An overview of reviews of breastfeeding barriers and facilitators: Analyzing global research trends and hotspots.Global epidemiology · 2025Review
- Biology, care, and outcomes of gestational breast cancers: a review.Breast cancer research and treatment · 2025Review
- Pregnancy after breast cancer: latest evidence and practical considerations.Therapeutic advances in medical oncology · 2025Review
- Knowledge Gaps and Current Evidence Regarding Breastfeeding Issues in Mothers with Chronic Diseases.Nutrients · 2023Review
- Breastfeeding and the patient's perspective.Abdominal radiology (New York) · 2023Review
- Psychological issues in breast cancer survivors confronted with motherhood: Literature review and a call to action.Frontiers in psychology · 2023Review
- The role of breastfeeding in breast cancer prevention: a literature review.Frontiers in oncology · 2023Review
- Web-Based Research Trends on Child and Adolescent Cancer Survivors Over the Last 5 Years: Text Network Analysis and Topic Modeling Study.Journal of medical Internet research · 2022Article
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3 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
backgroundBreastfeeding is the biologically normative mode of feeding human infants, and reduces the risk of breast cancer for mothers. This systematic review assesses engagement in breastfeeding and the factors associated with breastfeeding among breast cancer survivors.
methodsAn online literature search was performed using the PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, PsychInfo, and Web of Science databases. Inclusion criteria were original research articles written in English, published in peer-reviewed journals from 1 January 1990 to 25 November 2019, and included data on breast cancer survivors who attempted breastfeeding.
resultsThirteen studies were included in the systematic review. Between 7.7 and 90.9% of women attempted breastfeeding. Breastfeeding among participants varied from a few weeks to approximately 2 years. Common factors leading to breastfeeding were use of the contralateral breast, support from others, lactation counseling and advice from an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, being motivated to breastfeed, frequent feedings, and use of galactagogues. Common barriers were medical counseling against breastfeeding, insufficient milk production, lack of support, refusal of the infant to breastfeed from the treated breast, and being tired from relying on one breast.
conclusionsBreastfeeding from the unaffected breast is feasible for some breast cancer survivors. Successful breastfeeding may require multilevel support and expert advice.
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