Angelina Jolie is looking back on her personal decision to undergo a double mastectomy and ovary removal. “I did choose to have that [surgery] because I lost my mother and my grandmother very young,” ...

Debunk common mastectomy myths with facts on surgery options, reconstruction, and treatment plans.

When facing a breast cancer diagnosis, many patients instinctively pursue the most aggressive treatment path available, believing it offers the best chance for survival. This often leads women to ...

In the face of a breast cancer diagnosis, women grapple with life-altering decisions. Among these, the choice to undergo a bilateral breast mastectomy – the surgical removal of both breasts – stands ...

Angelina Jolie’s breast cancer surgeon praises her for calling her mastectomy scars “a choice.” Learn about her preventive ...

JACKSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Facing a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but understanding your surgical options can empower you to make informed decisions about your treatment. This guide ...

Most older patients with ER-positive DCIS undergoing mastectomy can avoid axillary surgery, reducing unnecessary procedures. Axillary surgery is overused in patients aged 70 and older, with 93% ...

Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis can be a shock, and navigating the medical process can be confusing. Your primary care physician can help you start this process as they are usually the ones who ...

Breast cancer originates as an abnormal growth of cells within the breast tissue. Excluding skin cancer, it is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States. Since all people are born ...

Radiotherapy can be safely omitted as a treatment for many breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy and are taking anti-cancer drugs, a study shows. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...

Lumpectomy followed by radiation is now a more common treatment for early-stage breast cancer than mastectomy. When a mastectomy is necessary, patients can choose between breast reconstruction or an ...