[Local relapse in young (< or = 40 years) women with breast cancer after mastectomy or breast conserving surgery: 15-year results].

Abstract

The incidence of local recurrence is high for young patients treated either with BCS or mastectomy, and RT significantly reduces the risk. The use of postmastectomy RT in node-positive patients gives a good local control. The efficacy of BCS and RT as a treatment modality for young patients needs further investigations.