breast cancer, Radiation therapy
Hypofractionated Radiation Safe for Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
A large randomized trial found no difference in oncology outcomes or reconstruction complications with accelerated radiation regimens after mastectomy.
Shorter course of breast cancer radiation won't impact breast reconstruction
A shorter course of post-mastectomy radiation doesn't jeopardize a patient's chances of successful breast reconstruction, a new study finds.
Shorter Course of Radiation Therapy For Breast Cancer Is Safe, Will Not Affect Breast Reconstruction, Says Study
A shorter course of post-mastectomy radiation is safe and effective, according to a new study conducted by the University of Utah. Researchers said that cutting treatment time nearly in half - from 25 to 16 sessions - could help make post-mastectomy radiation a more accessible option for patients.
Post-mastectomy radiation therapy can be shortened by nearly half for patients planning breast reconstruction
An accelerated course of radiation therapy does not increase complications for patients who undergo breast reconstruction following a mastectomy, new research shows. Findings of the large, Phase III RT CHARM trial (Alliance A221505) were presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) Annual Meeting.
Titanium-coated mesh transforms breast reconstruction for cancer patients
The patient, who prefers to remain anonymous, was diagnosed in July with Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC), a particularly challenging form of cancer that lacks hormone receptors.
Shorter Course of Breast Cancer Radiation Won't Affect Breast Reconstruction
MONDAY, Sept. 30, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A shorter course of post-mastectomy radiation doesn't jeopardize a patient's chances of successful breast reconstruction, a new study finds.
Study Indicates Significant Radiation Reduction for Breast Cancer Patients
SAN FRANCISCO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 30, 2024 / A recent study accepted by the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) for their annual meeting in Washington D.C. demonstrates a significant reduction in radiation Planning Target Volume involving patients who received Breast Conserving Surgery (lumpectomy),
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Breast Cancer Awareness | Plastic surgery after breast cancer treatment provides 'sense of normalcy'
Dr. Paul Rollins has long had a fascination with reconstructive surgery, which is why he pursued a career in plastic surgery, ...
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Shortened radiation therapy proves safe for breast reconstruction after mastectomy
An accelerated course of radiation therapy does not increase complications for patients who undergo breast reconstruction ...
U.S. breast cancer deaths declining, but disparities among races remain
While women overall are less likely to die of breast cancer now, some alarming disparities remain, a new American Cancer ...
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Seven Fields shop fits breast cancer patients with prosthetics
No prosthetic will ever help Kathy Smith forget that she had a mastectomy in December 2015. The breast cancer survivor has ...
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Masectomy Or Lumpectomy: Helping To Make An Informed Decision About Breast Surgery
Masectomy or lumpectomy? With health advancements, there is more information than ever to help women make an informed ...
Dr. Kelly L. Killeen Raise Awareness for Breast Reconstruction, Augmentation with Natrelle®
Natrelle® partners with Dr. Kelly L. Killeen to educate on breast reconstruction and augmentation, aiming to break stigma and ...