Cancer Institute A national cancer institute
designated cancer center

Irene Wapnir

Publication Details

  • Subtle differences in quality of life after breast cancer surgery.

    Wapnir IL, Cody RP, Greco RS. Ann Surg Oncol. 1999; 6 (4): 359-66

    Lumpectomy with axillary dissection (LAD) has taken its place alongside mastectomy (M) as the treatment of choice for stage I and II breast cancer. Its appeal is based on lessening disfigurement and thus improving quality of life.

    PubMedID: 10379856

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