While postmastectomy radiation therapy represents a standard approach for patients with locally advanced breast cancer, new data supports the role of hypofractionated regimens as well as its use in patients pre
Treatment plans are tailored to the patient's specific cancer type and characteristics. New treatments, like cryoablation, offer alternatives for smaller, early-stage cancers. Reconstructive surgery is an option for those wishing to restore the breast's shape after mastectomy. Related Associations: ...
The purpose of this study was to determine the psychosocial issues faced by post lumpectomy women with early stage breast cancer undergoing radical radiation to the affected breast. Twenty-five women in their second to fifth week of treatment were given the survey to determine these issues. ...
We surveyed Japanese breast cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy regarding patient satisfaction and the factors, including timing factors (diagnosis to treatment time, waiting time in the waiting room, and consultation time), cost, and specific medical practices derived from Western influence (shar...
therapy over courses of several years. Chemotherapy is predominantly used for cases of breast cancer in stages 2–4, and is particularly beneficial inestrogen receptor-negative(雌激素受体阴性)disease. Monoclonal antibodies, or othe...
radiation therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy. Managing side effects of breast cancer treatment Chemotherapy and other types of breast cancertreatment can produce unpleasantside effects, but fortunately, there are treatments available today to help minimize these reactions to thedr...
Radixact Vs. Traditional Treatments An ideal solution for routine & complex breast cancers The Radixact System with TomoTherapy technology is one of the most integrated, advanced systems for comprehensive cancer treatment available today and can be used to treat the full spectrum of breast cancers —...
Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells(用高能量的射线杀伤癌细胞). It may be used after breast cancer surgery to wipe out any cancer cells that remain(通常在乳腺癌手术之后采用放射疗法来清除任何残存的癌细胞). It can also be used along ...
Adjuvant treatments for breast cancer, such as chemotherapy and hormone therapy, may interact with RT to further increase the risk of cardiovascular disease; anthracycline chemotherapy in combination with left-sided RT may further increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (14), whereas hormone therapy...
All these age-related issues should be considered when counseling young women about the optimal local management of their newly diagnosed breast cancer. Nevertheless, it should be highlighted that young patients are often under-represented in clinical trials also in those investigating local treatments....