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Are there any contraindications to BCS and adjuvant radiotherapy in patients with BARD1 mutation?

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Radiation Oncology · Varian Medical Systems/Allegheny health network
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BARD1 may be a moderate risk mutation predisposing to breast cancer, but with no contraindications to breast conservation treatment. There may be a slightly increased risk of developing a new primary in the treated breast, much like any other moderate risk gene.

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