Breast Cancer

Research results from Georgetown University update knowledge of breast cancer

Published in Women's Health Weekly, February 7th, 2008

According to a study from the United States, "Accurately defining a patient's risk of developing breast cancer is a challenging endeavor. Many factors have been implicated in the causation of breast cancer and quantifying them is difficult."

"Risk stratification is performed using population models, such as the Gail model, as well as the patient's personal and family history and genetic testing. The clinician who is facile with these components will not only be able to identify those patients at highest risk for whom heightened surveillance is recommended, but also to allay the fears of the average-risk patient and provide them reassurance. Patients who are at very high...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-02-07)

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