Breast Cancer Treatment

What is IORT (intraoperative radiation therapy)? IORT (intraoperative radiation therapy) delivers radiation to the tumour bed during breast surgery itself, using the Intrabeam system. For eligible patients it can replace several weeks of external radiation with a single dose given in the operating room — reducing treatment time and limiting the dose to nearby organs. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Youwanush Kongdan Breast cancer treatment has rapidly advanced, with breast-conserving surger

What is the AC chemotherapy regimen? The AC chemotherapy regimen is a common breast cancer treatment combining Doxorubicin (A) and Cyclophosphamide (C), usually given in cycles and sometimes followed by a taxane (AC-T). It is selected according to the cancer's subtype and risk. Asst. Prof. Dr. Youwanush Kongdan, Dr. Mathuros Sukwanich Meaning of AC Chemotherapy AC chemotherapy consists of Adriamycin (Doxorubicin) and Cyclophosphamide. It is a formula used to treat metastatic

Chemotherapy uses drugs to destroy cancer cells in breast cancer treatment. Used before surgery (neoadjuvant) to shrink tumors, after surgery (adjuvant) to prevent recurrence, or for metastatic disease. Learn about drug regimens, side effects, and self-care during treatment.