Clinical guidelines for surgical decision-making and follow-up care.
This minimally invasive technique identifies and removes only the first few lymph nodes that drain the breast. It is the standard for patients with no clinical signs of nodal involvement.
Detailed 2021 thesaurus on locoregional treatments for non-metastatic infiltrating breast cancer.
Also known as a tumorectomy or partial mastectomy, this procedure removes only the tumor and a safety margin of healthy tissue. It is often combined with oncoplastic techniques to optimize aesthetic outcomes.
Authoritative guidelines and practice manuals for locoregional surgery include:
Surgical options are categorized based on the extent of tissue removal and the preservation of the breast:
