In keeping with the UCLA Breast Center Santa Monica's commitment to personalized care, we believe radiation therapy is not a one size fits all treatment modality.
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What to Expect
Breast cancer.
It's the diagnosis virtually all women fear, and understandably so. Breast cancer strikes one of every eight women in this country and almost everyone knows someone who has been diagnosed with this disease.
However, with early diagnosis and advances in treatment, breast cancer can be treated successfully and, in many cases, cured.
Understanding Surgery
Surgery is usually the first line of treatment for breast cancer unless the tumor is very large or has spread to other parts of the body. The surgical options for breast cancer include:
