Winter Supplement 2010

Understanding breast cancer biology provides some new targets.

New directions in surgery, treatment and reconstruction are changing breast cancer.

Sentinel node biopsy reduces complications of breast surgery.

One of the primary goals of sentinel node biopsy is to reduce the need for axillary dissection to minimize a woman’s chance of getting lymphedema, a chronic buildup of fluid that occurs as a result of the body’s impaired ability to drain lymph fluid from tissue.

Radiation techniques have been refined and shortened for women who qualify.

The controversy over the use of accelerated partial-breast radiation (APBI) is reflected in the recommendations from the professional organizations that oversee radiation oncology and surgery.

Knowing the cellular basics drives treatment decisions.

Surgeons disagree on whether nipple-sparing surgery has benefits.

Things to know before deciding on a nipple-sparing mastectomy.

Where to go for the best information.

News and perspectives from the breast cancer community.