BREAST CANCER: TREATMENT WITH SURGERY

Course overview

Surgical procedures that are commonly performed for patients with BC include breast-conserving surgery (BCS), mastectomy, and reconstructive surgery following mastectomy. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of surgical treatment for BC, including the risks and benefits associated with common surgical procedures, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.