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Annals of Surgical Oncology
Published in: Annals of Surgical Oncology 5/2009

Open Access 01-05-2009 | Breast Oncology

Preoperative Needle Biopsy: Reasonable Targets, Benchmarking, and Quality Care in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

Authors: David J. Winchester, MD, David P. Winchester, MD

Published in: Annals of Surgical Oncology | Issue 5/2009

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Breast cancer therapy has moved from more to less invasive methodologies, with greater emphasis on image-guided interventions that minimize toxicity and deformity. Defining the standard of care for breast cancer diagnosis and treatment is a means of elevating quality on a national level. This is a dynamic process, requiring constant evaluation of emerging technologies and clinical trial data. Dissemination and adoption of changing standards relate to many barriers, including access to care, geographic proximity to treatment facilities, reimbursement levels, and equipment expenses. …
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Metadata
Title
Preoperative Needle Biopsy: Reasonable Targets, Benchmarking, and Quality Care in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
Authors
David J. Winchester, MD
David P. Winchester, MD
Publication date
01-05-2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Annals of Surgical Oncology / Issue 5/2009
Print ISSN: 1068-9265
Electronic ISSN: 1534-4681
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-009-0371-2

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