Controversies Regarding the Use of Radiation After Mastectomy in Breast Cancer

Controversies Regarding the Use of Radiation After Mastectomy in Breast Cancer Thomas A. Buchholz, Eric A. Strom, George H. Perkins, Marsha D. McNeese Oncologist 2002; 7: 539-546 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in breast cancer and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Explain the potential benefits of delivering radiation after mastectomy for patients with breast cancer. Provide a list of appropriate indications for selecting which patients would benefit from radiation after mastectomy and chemotherapy. Appreciate how radiation can potentially cause cardiovascular injuries and understand the importance of radiation technique in minimizing the risk for such injuries. Appreciate how immediate breast reconstruction can affect the delivery of postmastectomy radiation. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Dec. 18, 2002 Most Recent Review: Nov. 15, 2005* Most Recent Update: Dec. 18, 2002 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.