Radiation Therapy after Mastectomy? New study finds many Breast Cancer patients may not need Radiation after Mastectomy A major international trial suggests that some women can safely skip chest-wall radiation without affecting survival. For many women with breast cancer, the word “radiation” can bring fear and uncertainty. After a mastectomy, radiation therapy to the chest area is often recommended to …
What does a Breast Surgeon do? A breast cancer surgeon is a specialized physician who performs surgical procedures on the breast to remove tumor tissue while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible. They play a central role in cancer treatment — from diagnosis and surgery to follow-up care. What are the specific duties of a Breast Surgeon? 1. Diagnosis …
Pregnancy after Breast Cancer: Yes or No? A new study by Andersen, Lambertini, et al. concludes that pregnancy after a breast cancer diagnosis is not a decisive factor for breast cancer risk. In fact, pregnancy may even have a life-prolonging effect. Another piece of evidence in favor of encouraging pregnancy after a breast cancer diagnosis — provided that the woman …