Updated Breast Cancer Guidelines Help Evolve Radiation Decisions

April 13, 2018 – The use of post-mastectomy radiation has historically been a controversial topic in patients with 1 to 3 positive lymph nodes, according to Laura M. Freedman, MD. Revisions to the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) guidelines have, however, have now allowed physicians to pinpoint the women who are most likely to benefit from the treatment. Additionally, American Society for Radiation Oncology guidelines for accelerated partial … (leggi tutto)