Letter to the Editor Regarding the Article "The Impact of COVID-19 on Breast Cancer Care: A Qualitative Analysis of Surgeons' Perspectives".

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed significant challenges in breast cancer care including healthcare inequities, limited access to surgeries, and difficulties in delivering virtual care. This letter builds upon the findings from the article "The Impact of COVID-19 on Breast Cancer Care" and proposes innovative solutions to address these challenges. Key suggestions include the use of AI-powered digital platforms for remote monitoring, robotic-assisted surgery for enhanced precision, mobile health applications for marginalized populations, and 3D printing for personalized breast reconstruction. Additionally, wearable health devices, nanotechnology for targeted drug delivery, and blockchain for secure medical data sharing are proposed to further improve the future of breast cancer care. These innovations offer practical approaches to overcoming the obstacles highlighted during the pandemic and aim to create a more equitable and efficient healthcare system.
Competing Interests: Disclosure The authors have stated that they have no conflicts of interest.
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