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Breast Cancer
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Radiation Oncology
What is the ideal interval to wait after surgery before starting external beam PBI treatment?
Answer from: Radiation Oncologist at Community Practice
I typically wait 2-3 weeks to simulate and start anywhere from 3-5 weeks post-surgery as long as they are well healed.
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