“Is radiotherapy required for breast cancer?”

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Radiologist Questions Breast Cancer

“Is radiotherapy required for breast cancer?”

Is radiotherapy required for pure mudinous right breast cancer?

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With a history of cancer, how often should I undergo...

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**Marc Shapiro** Radiologist Winter Park, Florida · Accepted Answer

Marc Shapiro Radiologist Winter Park, Florida

Depending on the type of cancer it is commonly used to prevent recurrent cancer. This is better directed to a radiation oncologist.

**Zachary M. Kilpatrick** Radiologist West Columbia, South Carolina · Accepted Answer

Zachary M. Kilpatrick Radiologist West Columbia, South Carolina

The simplest answer is no. It depends on a multitude of factors including size, cell type, and genetics of the tumor itself. Thank you and all the best.

**Brian R. Decosta** Radiologist Jackson, TN · Accepted Answer

Brian R. Decosta Radiologist Jackson, TN

It is required for all breast cancers, even in the scenario of negative margins of the resected specimen. With radical mastectomy, it may or may not be necessary. Hope this helps.

**Bruce Bielfelt** Radiologist Chattanooga, TN · Accepted Answer

Bruce Bielfelt Radiologist Chattanooga, TN

I have not heard of the term mudinous. It would probably be best to consult with your radiation therapist as to whether additional radiation therapy might be indicated.