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Which of the following is a treatment option for LCIS (lobular carcinoma in situ)?
Which of the following is a treatment option for LCIS (lobular carcinoma in situ)?
- Radiation therapy
- Excision of the affected breast
- Chemotherapy
- Observation (correct)
What is the goal of treating LCIS?
What is the goal of treating LCIS?
- To reduce the risk of recurrence
- To remove the affected breast
- To prevent or detect early stage invasive cancer (correct)
- To cure the disease completely
Why is excising LCIS not beneficial?
Why is excising LCIS not beneficial?
- Surgery is not a recommended treatment for LCIS
- Excision increases the risk of developing invasive cancer
- LCIS is a benign condition
- The disease diffusely involves both breasts (correct)
What should be considered as a risk-reduction strategy for women with LCIS?
What should be considered as a risk-reduction strategy for women with LCIS?
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What is the purpose of bilateral mammography in the evaluation of in situ breast cancer?
What is the purpose of bilateral mammography in the evaluation of in situ breast cancer?
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