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This research aims to identify factors influencing breast cancer treatment among individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).

February 25, 2026Open Access

Factors Associated With the Receipt of Female Breast Cancer Treatment Among People Living With Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities: A Population‐Based Retrospective Cohort Study

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This research aims to identify factors influencing breast cancer treatment among individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD).
Population-based retrospective cohort study
Analyzed sociodemographic and clinical data of breast cancer patients
Examined association of health system factors with treatment receipt
Identified several sociodemographic and clinical factors impacting treatment receipt
Health system factors significantly contribute to treatment disparities in patients with IDD
Findings indicate a need for improved health system support for individuals with IDD diagnosed with breast cancer

Abstract

Sociodemographic, clinical, cancer-related and health system factors were associated with receipt of breast cancer treatment in a sample of breast cancer patients with IDD. Overall, these findings suggest that health system factors could contribute to disparities in treatment among individuals with IDD diagnosed with breast cancer.

Factors Associated With the Receipt of Female Breast Cancer Treatment Among People Living With Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities: A Population‐Based Retrospective Cohort Study

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