Optimization of Adjuvant Radiation in Breast Conservation Therapy: Can We Minimize without Compromise?

Adjuvant breast radiation therapy after breast conservation surgery is recommended as it yields significant reduction in the risk of local recurrence, and confers a potential overall survival benefit. Although the standard breast radiation regimen has historically been delivered over 5–7 weeks; more...

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Main Authors: Sophia M. Edwards-Bennett, Candace R. Correa, Eleanor E. Harris
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:International Journal of Breast Cancer
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2011/321304