Thursday 25 October 2018

Physicians attitudes and knowledge about fertility preservation



by M. Lambertini  

The Breast: October 2018Volume 41, Supplement 1, Page S4

In young breast cancer patients diagnosed during their reproductive years, the possible occurrence of treatment-induced premature ovarian insufficiency is of particular concern being associated with important menopause-related symptoms, psychosocial issues as well as infertility. Over the past years, solid evidence has been accumulated to support the management of young patients facing issues related to fertility preservation and specific guidelines have been developed to help physicians in dealing with this topic.