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This unit provides a foundational introduction to breast cancer by exploring its basic concepts, common clinical features, and key risk factors. Learners will develop an understanding of how breast cancer presents, recognize early signs and symptoms, and identify genetic, hormonal, lifestyle, and environmental factors that influence disease risk. The content establishes the essential knowledge required to understand breast cancer diagnosis, prevention, and clinical management, serving as a strong foundation for more advanced topics in molecular classification and histopathology.
This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.
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By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Learners should possess a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and general pathology. Prior knowledge of cancer biology, cell biology, and histological principles will be beneficial but is not mandatory. Familiarity with common medical terminology and fundamental concepts of disease diagnosis and management will help learners better understand the histopathological and molecular aspects of breast cancer discussed in the course.
This course is designed for medical students, pathology residents, oncology trainees, nursing professionals, and healthcare practitioners seeking a comprehensive understanding of breast cancer pathology and molecular classification. It is also beneficial for biomedical science students and researchers interested in the histopathological features, grading, staging, prognostic factors, and molecular subtypes of breast cancer. Learners will gain knowledge essential for understanding disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planning in modern oncology practice.
Introduction to Breast Cancer, Clinical Features and Risk Factors
Introduction, Clinical Features, and Risk Factors of Breast Cancer (Video)
Practice Quiz
MCQs (Problem)
Approximately 1.2 Hours
Intermediate
Fully Online (Asynchronous)
Self Paced
