Guidelines: Interdisciplinary Screening, Diagnosis, Therapy and Follow-up of Breast Cancer (Germany)

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Primary purpose: To provide evidence-based recommendations for the interdisciplinary screening, diagnosis, therapy, and follow-up of breast cancer, aimed at optimizing patient care.

Sponsor, manager or home institution: German Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGGG) and German Cancer Society (DKG).

Type of information: Recommendations for the screening, diagnosis, therapy, and follow-up care of breast cancer. It includes methods such as mammography and ultrasound for early detection, as well as imaging and biopsy procedures for diagnosis. Therapeutic recommendations cover surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy tailored to various stages of breast cancer. The guideline also outlines follow-up care protocols to monitor recurrence and manage long-term side effects, along with guidelines for genetic testing in cases of hereditary breast cancer. Additionally, it addresses rehabilitation and palliative care to support patients throughout their treatment journey Click here to learn more.

Cancer areas of interest: C50: Breast cancer. Click here to learn more.

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