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Breast conservation surgery (BCS) is the standard of care in early breast cancer. The oncological safety of this procedure has been proven beyond doubt in several randomised control trials. But there are concerns regarding the safety of this procedure in young females. The concern is regarding increased risk of local recurrence. This issue has not been addressed in any major trial. In this prospective study we intend to look into the oncological safety of BCS in young patients who are less than forty years of age.
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Muralee, M., Mathew, A.P., Cherian, K. et al. Oncological Safety of Breast Conservation Surgery in Young Females. Indian J Surg Oncol 7, 332–335 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13193-016-0535-z
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