Stage IV breast cancer Flashcards
1
Q
Define Stage IV breast cancer
A
Breast cancer that has spread beyond the breast and nearby lymph nodes to distant organs or tissues in the body
2
Q
what is stage IV breast cancer also known as
A
metastatic breast cancer
3
Q
Met sites of stage IV breast ca
A
Bones (most common)
Brain
Lungs
Liver
4
Q
Stage IV breas ca prognosis
A
Incurable - aim is prolonged survival and symptom control.
5
Q
stage IV breast ca bone met. Mx
A
- ## Bisophonates / denosumab - reduce fractures/bone pain
