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Published in: Current Breast Cancer Reports 2/2020

01-06-2020 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Breast Cancer Genetics (B Arun, Section Editor)

Risk Management for BRCA1/BRCA2 Mutation Carriers Without and With Breast Cancer

Authors: C. B. Mainor, C. Isaacs

Published in: Current Breast Cancer Reports | Issue 2/2020

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

We review the management for unaffected BRCA1/2 mutation carriers and the local management of early-stage breast cancer.

Recent Findings

For unaffected BRCA1/2 mutation carriers, surveillance includes annual magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and mammogram (MG). Novel imaging modalities, including abbreviated protocol MRI, ultrafast/accelerated MRI, and contrast-enhanced digital mammography are being investigated. Risk-reducing mastectomy (RRM) should be considered, and nipple-areolar sparing mastectomy (NSM) is now an option. Additionally, risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy (RRSO) is strongly recommended as it reduces mortality. In BRCA1/2 mutation carriers with breast cancer, BCT is an appropriate treatment option but to reduce risk of second primary, mastectomy and contralateral risk-reducing mastectomy should be considered.

Summary

Breast and ovarian cancer screening and prevention options result in improved outcomes and decreased mortality in BRCA1/2 mutation carriers. In women with BRCA1/2 mutations who have BC, local management of the BC and secondary surgical prevention measures are different than women with sporadic disease.
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Metadata
Title
Risk Management for BRCA1/BRCA2 Mutation Carriers Without and With Breast Cancer
Authors
C. B. Mainor
C. Isaacs
Publication date
01-06-2020
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Breast Cancer Reports / Issue 2/2020
Print ISSN: 1943-4588
Electronic ISSN: 1943-4596
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12609-019-00350-2

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