Breast Cancer in the Elderly

Breast Cancer in the Elderly
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
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Product ID: 20316

Abstract: 

This 34 Minute Video Lecture reviews several aspects of breast cancer using a didactic style accompanied by PowerPoint slides integrated into the presentation. This in depth look is based on current literature and explains the changes in trends and treatments in great depth. Explaining the unique challenges in diagnosis and treatment of older women with breast cancer, Dr. Dissanaike applies the modern approaches of early discovery and treatment options as they relate to the older woman.

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Educational objectives: 

To educate on: -- Epidemiology and changes in the global and domestic outlook -- Estrogen in carcinogenesis -- Various treatments, both systemic and surgical options -- Standards of Care and improvements -- The literature on women 65+

Date posted: 
Fri, 01/01/2010
Date last updated: 
Mon, 02/23/2009
CME credits available: 
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Authors: 
Dr. Sharmila Dissanaike
NLM Citation:
Dissanaike, S. Breast Cancer in the Elderly. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education; 2010 Available from: http://www.pogoe.org/productid/20316
APA Citation:
Dissanaike, S. (2010). Breast Cancer in the Elderly. POGOe - Portal of Geriatric Online Education. Retrieved February 10, 2012 from http://www.pogoe.org/productid/20316