Not every breast cancer needs chemo: Gurugram based breast cancer surgeon shares why doctors are rethinking treatment for early-stage patients
Chemotherapy, long considered a cornerstone of cancer treatment, is not always necessary, especially for early-stage breast cancer. Advances in medicine and molecular testing allow doctors to personalize treatment, identifying patients who can safely avoid chemo and its significant side effects. This de-escalation of therapy prioritizes disease-free survival and overall quality of life.
Chemotherapy, long considered a cornerstone of cancer treatment, is not always necessary, especially for early-stage breast cancer. Advances in medicine and molecular testing allow doctors to personalize treatment, identifying patients who can safely avoid chemo and its significant side effects. This de-escalation of therapy prioritizes disease-free survival and overall quality of life.
