A Role for Curative Surgery in the Treatment of Selected Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer

A Role for Curative Surgery in the Treatment of Selected Patients with Metastatic Breast Cancer S. Eva Singletary, Garrett Walsh, Jean-Nicolas Vauthey, Steven Curley, Raymond Sawaya, Kristin L. Weber, Funda Meric, Gabriel N. Hortobagyi Oncologist 2003; 8: 241-251 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 how surgery in combination with systemic therapy may offer significantly improved survival outcomes in selected patients with metastatic breast cancer. Appreciate the value of chest x-rays in follow-up to identify patients with pulmonary or sternal metastases who may be candidates for surgical resection. Recognize that the concept of a "cure" in breast cancer is evolving to mean a prolonged period of survival without significant symptoms. 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.

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