March 2009 Research News
African American Women More Likely to be Diagnosed with Triple-Negative Disease
March 25, 2009
Research offers more evidence that African American women have a higher risk of triple-negative breast cancer compared to women of other races. Read more...
Controversial Microsurgery May Ease Lymphedema, but Long-Term Results aren’t Certain
March 24, 2009
A very small study shows that lymphaticovenular bypass surgery can ease lymphedema, but the procedure requires special training and is controversial because it may make lymphedema worse if done by an inexperienced surgeon, and it's unclear if the benefits last over time. Read more...
Biopsy of Metastatic Cancer Can Improve Treatment
March 18, 2009
In some cases, certain "personality" factors of recurrent metastatic breast cancer -- hormone-receptor status and HER2 status -- can be different from the original breast cancer, which may affect treatment decisions. Read more...
Survival Rates Much Better If Second Cancer Detected Early
March 17, 2009
Detecting a second or recurring breast cancer early improves survival. Read more...
Give Us More and Better Information Say Women Diagnosed with Metastatic Disease
March 13, 2009
Women diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer want more and better information on metastatic disease. Read more...
Breast Density, Age, Race, Family History Offer Best Estimate of Breast Cancer Risk
March 10, 2009
Researchers recommend looking at breast density, age, race, ethnicity, and family history as the best way to estimate breast cancer risk for postmenopausal women. Read more...