Locally
Advanced Breast Cancer.
Locally Advanced Breast Cancer (LABC) is a term used to describe a certain stage of breast cancer that has spread beyond the breast to nearby tissues or lymph nodes.
Pronunciation
Locally Advanced Breast Cancer is pronounced as /ˈloʊkəli ədˈvænst brest ˈkænsər/.
Etymology
The term "Locally Advanced Breast Cancer" is derived from the English language. "Locally" refers to the local or nearby area, "Advanced" refers to the stage of the disease where it has progressed or developed, and "Breast Cancer" is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts.
Definition
Locally Advanced Breast Cancer is a stage of breast cancer where the disease has spread beyond the breast to nearby tissues or lymph nodes. It is not the same as metastatic breast cancer, which has spread to other parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Breast Cancer
- Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Lymph Nodes
- Mammogram
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Hormone Therapy
- Targeted Therapy
- Surgery
Treatment
Treatment for Locally Advanced Breast Cancer typically involves a combination of treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. The choice of treatment depends on the specific characteristics of the cancer and the patient's overall health.
Prognosis
The prognosis for Locally Advanced Breast Cancer varies widely and depends on several factors, including the size of the tumor, the number of lymph nodes involved, and the patient's overall health.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Locally
- Wikipedia's article - Locally
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