ASO Visual Abstract: Effect of the Ductal Carcinoma In Situ Margin Consensus Guideline Implementation on Reexcision Rates, Satisfaction, and Cost

Abstract

The 2016 consensus guideline on margins for breastconserving surgery with whole-breast irradiation for ductal carcinoma in situ sought to decrease breast tumor recurrence. However, its implementation resulted in an increase in reexcisions and mastectomy conversions at two institutions (https://doi.org/10.1245/s10434-021-10120-z). Publisher’s Note Springer Nature remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations.