title: Overview of breast cancer treatment and reconstruction for primary care providers.
abstract: More women are diagnosed and treated for breast cancer today than at any time in the past. New technologies in the treatment of breast cancer and breast reconstruction are changing morbidity and mortality realities for women diagnosed with breast cancer. Primary care providers in women's health care can provide valuable support, education, and advocacy for their clients who are dealing with breast cancer. This article reviews current breast cancer treatment guidelines, information on breast reconstruction after cancer, and primary care recommendations for post-breast cancer care.
authors.forename: Nicole
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Carlson
authors.forename: Joyce
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: King
mesh_terms: D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016462:Mammaplasty; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011320:Primary Health Care; D016387:Women's Health