Breast Cancer

Study findings on breast cancer are outlined in reports from University of Hong Kong

Published in Cancer Weekly, January 6th, 2009

"Since the introduction of breast-conserving surgery (BCS), it has been increasingly accepted as the standard surgical option for suitable breast cancer patients in Western countries. However, there have been reports suggesting striking ethnic variations in those undergoing BCS," scientists in Hong Kong, People's Republic of China report.

"This study aimed to review the rate of BCS in Hong Kong Chinese breast cancer patients and the possible clinicopathologic and psychosocial factors that may have affected the choice of surgery. Patients in a university academic surgical center with early-stage breast cancer (stage I/II invasive carcinoma and carcinoma in situ) who...

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Source: Cancer Weekly (2009-01-06)

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