Publications by authors named "M Taffurelli"
Breast cancer stands as the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the primary cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide, including Italy. With the increasing number of survivors, many are enrolled in regular follow-up programs. However, adherence to recommendations from scientific societies (such as ASCO, ESMO, AIOM) for breast cancer follow-up management varies in daily clinical practice across different cancer centers, potentially resulting in unequal management and escalating costs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Adoption of neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT) in the "real world" has been poorly investigated. Aim of this study was to examine the rate of NACT in Italy, trends over time and determinants of therapeutic choices.
Methods: Senonetwork, the recognized network of Breast Centers in Italy, has developed a voluntary national data warehouse with the aim to monitor and improve treatments quality.
Introduction: Non palpable breast tumors are increasingly diagnosed because of screening programs, and their localization during surgery is essential to ensure an adequate resection. Little is known regarding which techniques are used in "real world".
Materials And Methods: A national web-based survey, with a 21-items questionnaire, was conducted among Breast Centers (BCs) in Italy in 2023.
Introduction: To offer an extensive retrospective experience on the management of male breast cancer.
Methods: A multicenter retrospective observational cohort study was conducted, including male patients diagnosed with breast cancer (invasive or in situ) in 12 Italian breast units from January 1975 to December 2019. Patients aged 18 years or older were assessed for eligibility.