New breast cancer study: Results of the TARGIT-A clinical trial
A new clinical trial for breast cancer, published in The Lancet, shows that a single fraction of targeted intraoperative radiotherapy (TARGIT) delivered with the ZEISS INTRABEAM® at time of lumpectomy is non-inferior to traditional external beam radiation (EBRT) delivered over three to six weeks after breast conserving surgery, for a select group of patients."The most important benefit of TARGIT for a woman with breast cancer is that it allows her to complete her entire local treatment at the time of her operation, with lower toxicity to the breast, the heart and other organs. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - December 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Breast Cancer Source Type: news
Breast cancer radiotherapy during surgery could ease treatment
Two new studies published in leading journals this week show how a "one-stop" targeted radiotherapy given during lumpectomy may offer some patients with early-stage breast cancer a viable alternative to current treatments. Experts say the approach looks promising but more research is needed to identify which patients are most likely to benefit. Most women with breast cancer who undergo lumpectomy or partial mastectomy also undergo a course of radiation delivered to the whole of the affected breast... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 12, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Breast Cancer Source Type: news
"One-stop" radiotherapy could offer an alternative to lengthy and inconvenient post-surgery procedures for breast cancer
Two new studies, published in The Lancet and The Lancet Oncology, show that targeted radiotherapy delivered during surgery could offer a viable alternative to current procedures - which require women to attend daily radiotherapy sessions for weeks after surgery - for some women undergoing surgery for early breast cancer. Most women who undergo partial mastectomy (lumpectomy) surgery for breast cancer also complete a course of radiotherapy delivered to the whole of the affected breast (called external beam radiotherapy, EBRT)... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - November 11, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Breast Cancer Source Type: news
Younger Breast Cancer Patients Choosing to Get Bilateral Mastectomies
This trend even includes some young women with very-early-stage breast cancers in one breast that can be well managed surgically with lumpectomy and radiation. Do they need this surgery? (Source: Breast Cancer Chronicles)
Source: Breast Cancer Chronicles - November 3, 2013 Category: Consumer Health Advice Authors: Lillie Shockney Source Type: news
Video: New tool detects breast cancer, limits additional surgeries
More than 230,000 U.S. women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. Many choose a lumpectomy to remove the cancerous tissue. Now a new tool in the operating room may save women from follow-up surgery. CBS News' Teresa Garcia reports. (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - September 13, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Beware Of Cancer Metastasizing To Your Wallet
Joanne Reed’s breast cancer was discovered at an early stage, early enough that her doctors would be able to remove the tumor with surgery (either a mastectomy or a lumpectomy) and then, with a touch of chemo, she would face a decent chance of living out her life without a recurrence. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - August 16, 2013 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Peter Ubel Source Type: news
Wire Localization Procedure - Breast Biopsy or...
Wire localization is a technique that is used to mark the location of a breast abnormality that is quite small, or that can't be easily found by touch. Wire localization is done before a breast biopsy or lumpectomy. Learn more about wire localization. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 25, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
SAVI Breast Brachytherapy Device
After a lumpectomy, you may need radiation treatments to kill off any possible remaining cancer cells. Learn about the SAVI breast brachytherapy device and how it may benefit you. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 25, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Lumpectomy - What to Expect During Your...
Lumpectomy is a surgery done to remove a cancerous breast lump. Learn what to expect during a lumpectomy, and how to care for yourself during recovery. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Breast Cancer Surgery Options
Breast cancer can be treated with surgery, which removes part or all of the breast. The standard surgeries for breast cancer include lumpectomy, quandrantectomy, and mastetectomy. Read an overview of three kinds of therapeutic breast cancer surgery here. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Mastectomy or Lumpectomy – 10 Questions...
Mastectomy vs Lumpectomy - it can be a very hard decision to make. Women with early-stage breast cancer may have options between mastectomy and lumpectomy. Here are 10 questions to help you decide which you want - mastectomy or lumpectomy. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Lumpectomy – Surgery for Breast Cancer
A lumpectomy, sometimes called a wide local excision (WLE), is a type of breast cancer surgery. This is a breast conserving surgery, that removes the least amount of tissue that is safely possible. Learn more about a lumpectomy for breast cancer here. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Breast Prostheses Overview
After a mastectomy or lumpectomy for the treatment of breast cancer, you can achieve a symmetrical appearance again by using a breast prosthesis. There are several types available, in various skin tones and sizes. Learn more about types of breast prostheses. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 11, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
Surgical Drain Locations After Breast Surgery
Surgical drains are one of the things you may have to deal with after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. Surgical drains are located where they will aid the healing process. Learn more about the location of post-mastectomy surgical drains here. (Source: About.com Breast Cancer)
Source: About.com Breast Cancer - July 7, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: breastcancer.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news
'When push came to shove, I didn't want to lose my breasts¿: Meet the brave cancer patients who said NO to a mastectomy
Katy Jacob, 37, from Chicago decided to have a lumpectomy - a less invasive surgery that removes the tumor but preserves much of the appearance and sensation of the breasts. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - July 1, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
