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Breast Cancer
Current indications for radiation therapy in breast cancer discussed
February 23rd, 2006
The current indications for radiation therapy in breast cancer were discussed. According to recent research from the United States, "This review will address: (1) what are the current indications for radiation therapy (RT), following both mastectomy and breast-conserving surgery' and (2) if RT is indicated, what are the appropriate volumes or 'targets' to be treated' Given the complexity of these questions, this review wilt focus on selected topics considered of greatest current interest." "In addition, this review will primarily focus on results obtained from randomized clinical trials (RCTs)," explained J.R. Bellon and colleagues, Harvard...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2006-02-23)
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