Thursday, October 20, 2011

Radiation After Lumpectomy Improves Survival, Saves Breasts

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Giuliana Rancic 'doing well' after undergoing breast cancer surgery
BY Cristina Everett Two days after announcing she had breast cancer, Giuliana Rancic had a double lumpectomy as part of her treatment. "It was kind of a long day," Bill, 40, said. "There's many steps in the process when you go through this. ... read more

Radiation After Lumpectomy Improves Survival, Saves Breasts
New study found that lumpectomy followed by radiation improves breast cancer survival and lowers recurrence risk. (Getty Images) Radiation therapy after a lumpectomy reduces the risk of cancer recurrence and improves ... read more

Is cancer in your future? Test could provide answers
She initially got a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiation, but wishes she knew her future risks before her treatment. Most breast cancers aren't hereditary, but there are signs you might have the mutation. You can get the mutation handed down from ... read more

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