Advances in breast cancer treatment and surgery

By Dr Anitha Karunairajah, Breast Surgeon, Joondalup

Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide, affecting around one in seven women and ranking as the second most common cause of cancer-related death among females.

However, the landscape of breast cancer treatment is evolving rapidly, bringing improved survival rates and better quality of life for patients.

One of the most significant advancements in breast cancer care is the move towards personalised treatment. Tumour profiling and precision medicine now allow for therapies tailored to the individual patient’s tumour biology, reducing treatment toxicity while improving efficacy, leading...

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