PREGNANCY ASSOCIATED BREAST CANCER (PABC)

Abstract

Pregnancy associated breast carcinoma is an entity which is diagnosed during pregnancy or within one year postpartum.
Objective: (1) To understand the pathogenesis of pregnancy associated breast carcinoma. (2) To be able to manage this problem most
effectively in the interest of fetus & mother. (3) To be able to avoid preventable complications of treatment. Conclusions: The pregnancy
associated breast carcinoma can be managed effectively with various treatment modalities during various stages of pregnancy & lactation.
Prognosis & outcome: It is not worse than the stage wise carcinoma breast in non pregnant women of the same