Mastectomy and reconstruction has higher complication rates, costs than lumpectomy and radiation

(American Association for Cancer Research) Among the various guideline-concordant local therapy options available for women with early-stage breast cancer in the United States, mastectomy plus reconstruction had the highest complication rates and complication-related costs for both younger women with private insurance and older women on Medicare, and it was the most expensive option for younger women, according to data presented at the 2015 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, held Dec. 8-12.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news