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Published in: Breast Cancer Research 3/2005

01-06-2005 | Commentary

Accelerated partial breast irradiation: the case for current use

Author: Martin E Keisch

Published in: Breast Cancer Research | Issue 3/2005

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Abstract

The treatment of early stage breast cancer is evolving from traditional breast conservation techniques, employing conventionally fractionated whole breast irradiation, to techniques in which partial breast irradiation is used in an accelerated fractionation scheme. A growing body of evidence exists, including favorable findings. Additional studies are under way that may ultimately prove equivalence. The logic behind this approach is reviewed, and the currently available data are presented to support the current use of carefully applied partial breast irradiation techniques in appropriately selected and informed patients.
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Metadata
Title
Accelerated partial breast irradiation: the case for current use
Author
Martin E Keisch
Publication date
01-06-2005
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Breast Cancer Research / Issue 3/2005
Electronic ISSN: 1465-542X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/bcr992

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