Multi-Catheter Interstitial Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation in Patients with Breast Implants is Safe and Associated with Good to Excellent Cosmetic Outcomes

Abstract

In selected patients, accelerated partial breast irradiation (APBI) has been shown to be just as effective at decreasing local recurrence risk with similar to improved cosmetic outcomes as compared to whole breast irradiation. However, there is limited research on APBI in women who have undergone cosmetic breast augmentation prior to diagnosis. Here we discuss nine patients with breast implants who have received APBI and their treatment parameters, dosimetric details, and cosmetic outcomes.