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What does my friend's breast cancer report indicate?

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Patient's Query

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.
Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja

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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.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you very much for your reply.

My only doubt is related to Ki-67. Is having a Ki-67 of 70 percent a bad symptom?

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja is a General Surgeon with expertise in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing pre- and post-operative care. He is an expert in the diagnosis and surgical management of abdominal, gastrointestinal, and soft tissue conditions. He does emergency surgeries, including trauma and acute abdominal cases. He is an expert in managing hernia, appendectomy, and gallbladder surgeries. He also does preoperative assessment and postoperative care.

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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.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 15, 2016
Reviewed At June 11, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja is a General Surgeon with expertise in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing pre- and post-operative care. He is an expert in the diagnosis and surgical management of abdominal, gastrointestinal, and soft tissue conditions. He does emergency surgeries, including trauma and acute abdominal cases. He is an expert in managing hernia, appendectomy, and gallbladder surgeries. He also does preoperative assessment and postoperative care.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ajit Naniksingh Kukreja is a General Surgeon with expertise in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing pre- and post-operative care. He is an expert in the diagnosis and surgical management of abdominal, gastrointestinal, and soft tissue conditions. He does emergency surgeries, including trauma and acute abdominal cases. He is an expert in managing hernia, appendectomy, and gallbladder surgeries. He also does preoperative assessment and postoperative care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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