The existence of “bosom malignancy” — a “tortured phrase” in breast cancer literature.

The article discusses the use of "tortured phrases" in biomedical literature, specifically focusing on the term "bosom malignancy" in breast cancer literature. The author highlights how inaccurate or inappropriate terms can compromise the integrity of scientific output and emphasizes the importance of peer reviewers and editors in scrutinizing papers for such issues. The study conducted by an independent researcher identified instances of "bosom malignancy" in breast cancer literature, raising concerns about the impact of these phrases on the accuracy and integrity of scientific papers. The article also mentions the potential use of AI to detect and reverse such phrases, highlighting the need for effective detection methods in scientific writing. [Extracted from the article]