Current indications for post-mastectomy radiation.
It has been long established that post-mastectomy radiotherapy reduces the risk of locoregional failure. A survival advantage, however, has only recently been demonstrated. We here provide a review of the literature as regards to the current indications for post-mastectomy radiotherapy.
Vilarino-Varela
Maria
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Academic Oncology Unit, Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 2RN, UK. amakris@nhs.net.
Chin
Yaw Sinn
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Makris
Andreas
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