Address Reconstruction in Discussions About Breast Cancer Surgery

Women who discussed reconstruction with their surgeons were significantly more likely to undergo mastectomy than women who did not have such counsel.

Although surgical decision making about breast-conserving surgery (BCS) versus mastectomy has been studied extensively, we know less about the nature of guidance provided by clinicians regarding breast reconstruction and how such counsel affects the choices of women with newly diagnosed breast cancer. Investigators surveyed women who had undergone surgery for ductal carcinoma in situ or invasive breast cancer and who were eligible at diagnosis to choose between BCS and mastectomy. Among approximately 1200 respondents (mean age, 59), 71% were white, 20% were black, and 65% had at least some college education.

One third of respondents reported that their general surgeons had discussed breast reconstruction with them. Women who had such discuss…

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Andrew M. Kaunitz, MD

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Andrew M. Kaunitz, MD

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Grant/Research SupportMerck, Mithra, Medicines360

Editorial BoardsContraception; Menopause; Contraceptive Technology Update; OBG Management; Medscape OB/GYN & Women’s Health

Address Reconstruction in Discussions About Breast Cancer Surgery

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