Lisa Rezende, PhD

Decision Making and Experiences with Mastectomy for Managing Breast Cancer Risk in Women at High Risk for Breast Cancer

While managing cancer risk is a priority, BRCA mutation carriers are often concerned about their risk of heart disease-the leading cause of death for American women-and how their mutation or risk-management choices may impact their cardiovascular health.

Everything we know and will learn in the future about hereditary cancer risks, screening, and treatment comes from years of scientific research and the direct participation of thousands of volunteers.