In a nutshell This study reviewed updated guidelines for the use of radiotherapy following mastectomy (surgical removal of the breast) in breast cancer. Some background Post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT) is widely accepted for patients with four or more involved axillary (underarm) lymph nodes. The axillary lymph nodes are the first...
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In a nutshell This paper studied the dosage of radiotherapy in women who have had surgery for early breast cancer. Some background After surgical removal of tumour, radiation is often given to prevent relapse (return of cancer). Radiation therapy can be fractionated (dividing the total radiation into smaller doses over time). Fractionation...
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In a nutshell This paper compares the benefits and risks of axillary lymph node dissection compared to sentinel lymph node dissection. Some background Breast cancer can spread to nearby lymph nodes (organ that is involved in the immune system that is found throughout the body). Generally, for patients with no cancer in their lymph nodes,...
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In a nutshell This review examined the use of radiofrequency ablation as a treatment for breast cancer. Some background Surgical treatments for breast cancer have become less invasive over time, in hopes of preserving the healthy breast tissue surrounding the tumor. Unfortunately, this is not always possible, and often a great deal of healthy...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study evaluated whether the lymph node ratio (LNR) is an accurate predictor of breast cancer prognosis, and whether LNR can identify which patients would benefit from post-mastectomy radiation therapy (PMRT). Some background Breast cancer staging allows physicians to estimate prognosis, and helps guide treatment planning. Under...
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