Radiation-associated angiosarcoma of the breast: radical resection technique of the entire radiation field.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Radiation-associated angiosarcoma of the breast (RAASB) is a rare secondary angiosarcoma that typically develops subsequent to breast-conserving therapy for breast cancer. The parameters of the resection width and depth remain the subject of considerable controversy. More recent data indicate that radical resection of the complete radiation field at the thorax is associated with improved local control and survival.

Objectives

The present study investigates the radical resection technique of the entire radiation field and subsequent defect coverage in RAASB, as well as the medium-term follow-up.

Design

Monocentric, retrospective, and non-comparative study.

Methods

From January 2017 to January 2024 a total of 10 patients with RAASB were treated at our

SUBMITTER: Thiel JT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11837069 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature