A lifesaver that isn't
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A high risk procedure aimed at improving breast cancer survival has proved valueless in clinical trials, it is reported. Removing bone marrow cells before ultra-high dose chemotherapy, then returning the marrow cells to replenish those destroyed, offers no increase in survival.
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 2000
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'Pre' breast cancer: Guidelines at last
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New guidelines for treatment of early breast cancer are reported. The treatment play may help women currently making the agonizing decision between mastectomy and lumpectomy.
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 2000
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Breast cancer: after surgery, what's next?
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The latest guidelines for the treatment of breast cancer following surgery are outlined. Recommended chemotherapy and radiation treatments are discussed.
Publication Name: Health (San Francisco, CA)
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 1059-938X
Year: 2001
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