Cancer of the Breast: Evaluation of Current Methods of Treatment
- 6 July 1959
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Postgraduate Medicine
- Vol. 26 (1) , 64-72
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00325481.1959.11712527
Abstract
No valid generalization can be made regarding treatment of cancer of the breast. There is no basis for employing a general policy regarding surgery, irradiation or endocrine therapy; these procedures may be harmful as well as helpful. Each patient should be considered individually and treated according to the biologic behavior of the tumor and the resistance of the host. Until the best method of treatment is established, morbidity should be kept as low as possible.Keywords
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