In india alone it is estimated that 1.5 million new cancer cases will occur yearly at the start of this century. The incidence of cancer is increasing due to change in life style, diet, again population, greater awareness coupled with improving diagnostic facilities. In women , breast and cervical cancer are the most frequent. It is estimated that 1 in 30 women in Delhi will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives.
Early detection is the best defense against breast cancer.
For early detection Mammography, physician's examination and breast self-examination are the most common and cost effective. Ultrasound help in indeterminate or suspicious masses. It is a well - known fact all over the world that improved outcomes of cancer treatment are associated with specialised care of both uncommon and common cases. I is highly recommended that surgeons who specialised in it should carry out surgical management of breast cancer . Dr. Sameer Kaul, Sr.