Impact of Detection Method and Accompanying Ductal Carcinoma in Situ on Prognosis of T1a,bN0 Breast Cancer

Conclusion: T1a,bN0 breast cancers detected owing to symptoms are more likely to have larger accompanying DCIS. T1a,bN0 patients with large accompanying DCIS have worse DRFS and BCSS. It is important to consider associated DCIS size when evaluating prognosis in T1a,bN0 breast cancer patients.

Source: Journal of Cancer - September 12, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Shih-Che Shen, Shir-Hwa Ueng, Chan-Keng Yang, Chi-Chang Yu, Yung-Feng Lo, Hsien-Kun Chang, Yung-Chang Lin, Shin-Cheh Chen Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research