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BACKGROUND
The apoptosis inhibitor survivin is one of the most specific proteins in breast cancer patients. The role of this protein in predicting prognosis is still controversial.
METHODS
Survivin mRNA was measured using quantitative TaqMan reverse transcription-PCR in 76 samples, including 48
Breast cancer remains a common disease throughout the world. Here we review new knowledge about early breast cancer obtained during the past 5 years. The prognosis of early breast cancer is generally favorable. Especially, ductal carcinoma in situ has been regarded as a non-life-threatening disease.
Adoption of urbanised lifestyles together with changes in reproductive behaviour might partly underlie the continued rise in worldwide incidence of breast cancer. Widespread mammographic screening and effective systemic therapies have led to a stage shift at presentation and mortality reductions in
In general usage, the term early breast cancer conjures up the image of a small-sized cancer with good prognosis. In medical circles, it is expected to refer to T1, n0 cases (n0 according to pathological evaluation). However, early breast cancer should be defined by clinical conditions. Thus,
Early operable breast cancer is a potentially curable disease. However, a substantial number of patients are at risk for systemic recurrence and death. Breast conservation therapy (BCT) should be considered the preferred surgical option for most women with early operable breast cancer. Adjuvant
The National Institutes of Health Consensus Development Conference on Treatment of Early-Stage Breast Cancer brought together surgical, radiation, and medical oncologists, biostatisticians, psychologists, nurses, and other health care professionals as well as the public to address: the roles of
Breast cancer is the most common malignancy seen in women. Due to the increasing awareness for this disease and the increasing use of screening mammography, more patients are now diagnosed with early stage disease. Over the past few years, the indications for adjuvant treatment have expanded
Breast cancer is the commonest type of cancer among women in industrialized countries. The incidence of breast cancer increases rapidly with age during the reproductive years and then increases at a slower rate after about age 50 years, the average age of menopause. Preventive programmes and early