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Published in: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery 4/2009

01-07-2009 | Overview

Recent developments in breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer patients

Authors: F. Fitzal, O. Riedl, R. Jakesz

Published in: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery | Issue 4/2009

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Abstract

This invited review deals with the latest knowledge regarding breast conserving therapy in breast conserving patients.
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Metadata
Title
Recent developments in breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer patients
Authors
F. Fitzal
O. Riedl
R. Jakesz
Publication date
01-07-2009
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery / Issue 4/2009
Print ISSN: 1435-2443
Electronic ISSN: 1435-2451
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00423-008-0412-5

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