Should my friend seek a second opinion for breast cancer?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am writing this question on behalf of a friend of mine. She had breast cancer and was operated on for it four months ago. She had her tests done again a few weeks ago, but she does not seem to believe the results and wants a second opinion. Could you please interpret the reports of her current situation?

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) are suggestive of breast cancer with axillary node metastasis, but other systems are not involved. ER/PR positive status (estrogen and progesterone receptor) is suggestive of a positive response to hormonal therapy.

The Ki-67 index is high, and it is suggestive of reduced disease-free survival and less overall survival.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com

I would say that it is not a favorable parameter. Disease-free survival and overall five-year survival with Ki-67 less than or equal to 15 is around 89 percent, whereas with Ki-67 above 40, it is around 74 percent.

I hope this helps you.

Take care.