Shorter radiation therapy for early breast cancer
Summer 2015 : Shorter radiation therapy better for early stage breast cancer
Shorter radiation therapy better for early stage breast cancer
MD Anderson radiation oncologists have found that a shorter course of radiation treatment for women with early stage breast cancer results in fewer toxic side effects and improved quality of life compared to those who undergo a longer course of treatment. The study, published in JAMA Oncology, indicates that women should be aware of this option when making treatment decisions.
Guests: Simona Shaitelman, M.D., Ed.M., and Benjamin Smith, M.D.
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