Advances in Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer: Surgical Impact and Clinical Outcomes
A special issue of Cancers (ISSN 2072-6694). This special issue belongs to the section "Cancer Therapy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 44
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NAC) and radiotherapy (NRT) are essential strategies in the management of locally advanced and high-risk early-stage breast cancer. These therapies facilitate tumor downstaging, enable breast-conserving surgery, and improve patient prognosis. Advances in molecular profiling, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy have further enhanced the efficacy of neoadjuvant regimens, profoundly influencing surgical decisions, postoperative recovery, and personalized care. Despite these advancements, challenges remain in optimizing protocols, minimizing toxicities, and improving quality of life for patients.
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue on "Advances in Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer: Surgical Impact and Clinical Outcomes." This collection will explore cutting-edge developments in NAC and NRT, focusing on their impact on treatment optimization, surgical strategies (including breast and axillary surgeries), and therapeutic outcomes. Topics will include emerging protocols, the integration of radiotherapy, and the interplay between chemotherapy and radiotherapy in enhancing efficacy.
We welcome original research articles, systematic reviews, and translational studies covering a range of areas, including the following:
- Innovative clinical protocols and preclinical findings;
- Personalized approaches to neoadjuvant therapies;
- Advances in surgical techniques informed by NAC or NRT;
- Strategies to overcome challenges in treatment optimization.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current trends and future directions in neoadjuvant therapies for breast cancer. We are confident that your expertise in [specific area] will bring valuable insights into this collection and help foster impactful discussions in the field.
Thank you for considering this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your contributions and collaborating with you on this exciting endeavor.
Sincerely,
Dr. Amparo García-Tejedor
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- neoadjuvant chemotherapy
- radiotherapy
- breast cancer
- surgical outcomes
- tumor downstaging
- personalized therapy
- breast-conserving surgery
- mastectomy
- clinical outcomes
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