This procedure may be done alone or with an autologous bone marrow transplant. A greater chance for recovery occurs if the doctor chooses a hospital that does more than five bone marrow transplantations per year. Treatment by stage Treatment of breast cancer depends on the type and stage of the disease, and the patient's age, menopausal status, and overall health. Standard treatment may be considered because of its effectiveness in patients in past studies, or participation in a clinical trial may be considered. Not all patients are cured with standard therapy and some standard treatments may have more side effects than are desired.
Clinical trials are ongoing in most parts of the country for all stages of breast cancer.
Clinical trials comparing breast-conserving surgery and hormone therapy with or without radiation therapy. Biopsy to diagnose the LCIS followed by regular examinations and regular mammograms to find any changes as early as possible. Hormone therapy to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. This treatment choice is sometimes used in women who have a high risk of getting breast cancer. Most surgeons believe that this is a more aggressive treatment than is needed.