Determinants of delayed postoperative radiation therapy in breast cancer patients undergoing neoadjuvant chemotherapy: A subanalysis of the AMAZONA III prospective cohort

In this cohort, reliance on public health insurance emerged as the primary independent predictor of delayed initiation of PORT in breast cancer patients who received neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Lower educational levels and household income also contributed to delays, highlighting disparities within the healthcare system. Addressing these barriers is essential for improving timely access to PORT and potentially enhancing clinical outcomes in this population.