Partial Breast Irradiation Versus Whole-breast Irradiation For Early-Stage Breast Cancer: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis

摘要

PurposeAccelerated partial breast irradiation (PBI) is a new treatment paradigm for early-stage breast cancer. Although PBI may lead to higher local recurrence rates, it may be cost-effective because of better tolerability and lower cost. We aimed to determine the incremental cost-effectiveness of PBI compared to whole breast radiation therapy (WBRT) for estrogen-receptor positive postmenopausal women treated for early-stage breast cancer.