Published 1 year ago

More Women With Breast Cancer Could Skip Harsh Radiation, Study Says

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More older women with low-risk breast cancer could forgo radiation after surgery to avoid further side effects and costs, research showed, as some doctors work to limit tough treatments without hurting survival.

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Times of India

Radiotherapy is not an option for older breast cancer patients: Research

Patients 65 years and older represent at least 50 per cent of patients with the condition. Despite radiotherapy adding an extra burden to older patients with side effects linked with heart problems and second cancers, there have been very few clinical trials in this age group.

1 year ago·India

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CTV News

Certain breast cancer patients 65 and older may be able to go without radiation therapy, new study suggests

In some older breast cancer patients, skipping radiation therapy after they've had surgery doesn't appear to have a detrimental effect on their overall survival, according to a new study.

1 year ago·Canada

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The Independent

Radiotherapy optional for older breast cancer patients, study suggests

The treatment was also found to not affect the risk of secondary tumours.

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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CNN

Certain breast cancer patients 65 and older may be able to go without radiation therapy, new study suggests

In some older breast cancer patients, skipping radiation therapy after they've had surgery doesn't appear to have a detrimental effect on their overall survival, according to a new study.

1 year ago·Atlanta, United States

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Shropshire Star

Radiotherapy optional for older breast cancer patients, study suggests

Radiotherapy does not improve survival rates in older patients with early breast cancer, a new study has suggested.

1 year ago·Ketley, United Kingdom

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KCRA 3

Certain breast cancer patients 65 and older may be able to go without radiation therapy

In some older breast cancer patients, skipping radiation therapy after they've had surgery doesn't appear to have a detrimental effect on their overall survival, according to a new study.

1 year ago·Sacramento, United States

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