MammoSite versus Whole Breast Radiation

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MinnesotaBarb
MinnesotaBarb Member Posts: 46
edited June 2014 in IDC (Invasive Ductal Carcinoma)

Wow. I am confused. My final pathology reports haven't come back from last week's lumpectomy, but it looks like I may have a choice between MammoSite and Whole Breast Radiation. It seems like even the experts are conflicted on which route is the best. How is a layperson supposed to decide?

 Also, why is it more of an option for people 45-years-old and older rather than younger women? What is that about?

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  • soulswithin
    soulswithin Member Posts: 154
    edited May 2010

    Hi Barb, I have been thinking on the same terms, which one is best. I had my partial Mastectomy laast tues. the 18th. I do not know the full decision yet on the type of radiation, but it has been on my mind.

    I was curious as to why Martina Navratlova elected full radiation to all the milk ducts in her breast recently. She had non invasive, very small cancer tumor removed and lumpectomy. Given mine is so much larger, would local radiation seeds be enough area? I guess thats a good question for our oncologist. Would love everyone opinion on this though.

    Best of luck to you.

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  • spendygirl
    spendygirl Member Posts: 231
    edited May 2010

    Apparently I will have that choice to make also after surgery.  I'm so confused, even after much reading.  Would appreciate input.  Thanks so much.

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  • MinnesotaBarb
    MinnesotaBarb Member Posts: 46
    edited May 2010

    Anyone get more info? It appears the age cutoff for mammosite varies from professional organization to professional organization. How are we supposed to decide if the professionals can't agree?

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