Risk Factors You Didn't Know Affect Breast Cancer Treatment Outcomes
Published: Jul 18, 2024
Understanding the risk factors that affect breast cancer treatment can help you make informed decisions about your health.
Contents
Age and Menopausal Status
Age and whether a woman is pre- or postmenopausal can significantly affect breast cancer treatment outcomes. Postmenopausal women often have different treatment options available compared to premenopausal women due to changes in hormone production.
Impact of Obesity
Obesity is a known risk factor that can affect breast cancer prognosis and treatment outcomes. Studies suggest that higher body mass index (BMI) is linked to worse outcomes despite treatment, highlighting the need for lifestyle interventions.
Cardiac Risk Factors
Patients with existing cardiac issues might face additional risks when undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Aromatase inhibitors, for example, have been associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease compared to other treatments like tamoxifen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Age influences treatment options and effectiveness due to hormone changes.
Yes, higher BMI is linked to worse treatment outcomes.
Yes, certain treatments may increase cardiovascular risks.
Key Takeaways
Knowing your risk factors can help tailor your breast cancer treatment plan.
Consult Doctronic to understand how these risk factors affect your treatment.Related Articles
References
Matthews A, Stanway S, Farmer RE, et al. Long term adjuvant endocrine therapy and risk of cardiovascular disease in female breast cancer survivors: systematic review. BMJ 2018; 363:k3845.
Ewertz M, Gray KP, Regan MM, et al. Obesity and risk of recurrence or death after adjuvant endocrine therapy with letrozole or tamoxifen in the breast international group 1-98 trial. J Clin Oncol 2012; 30:3967.
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