Si el Cáncer de Mama Desapareció… ¿Por Qué Quimioterapia?

If your breast cancer surgery was successful and the margins are clear, why is your oncologist recommending chemotherapy? This video explains exactly what chemotherapy targets after surgery and why it can be key to your survival. In this video, you will learn: What micrometastases are and why no test can detect them Why clear margins don't mean zero risk of recurrence How genomic tests like Oncotype DX determine if you really need chemotherapy What adjuvant therapy is and how treatment has changed over the past 20 years If you were told you need chemotherapy after successful surgery and don't understand why, this video is for you. #BreastCancer #Chemotherapy #Oncology #CancerTreatment #PrecisionMedicine CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:47 What Surgery Does 01:05 Limitations of Surgery 01:16 Escape Cells 01:46 Micrometastases 02:13 Adjuvant Therapy 02:32 The Garden Analogy 02:49 Not Everyone Needs Chemo 03:05 How We Decide 04:06 Genomic Testing 04:18 Oncotype DX 05:01 Precision Medicine 05:49 What This Means About the author: Dr. Francisco Javier Esteva is a medical oncologist based in New York, specializing in breast cancer. He completed his medical degree and doctorate at the University of Zaragoza, his residency in Internal Medicine at Cooper University Hospital (Camden, NJ), and his fellowship in Medical Oncology at Georgetown University Hospital (Washington, DC). Dr. Esteva serves as Chief of the Division of Hematology and Oncology at Lenox Hill Hospital. Previously, he held academic positions at New York University and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston). He is the author of numerous scientific publications and has led more than 100 clinical trials focused on the treatment of breast cancer, as well as the study of prognostic and predictive markers. His accolades include being named a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, his election as a member of The American Society for Clinical Investigation, the 2019 Physician of Impact Award from Susan G. Komen NYC, and his election in 2024 to the Advisory Board of the American Cancer Society of New York City. Medical Disclaimer The content of this video is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Dr. Esteva does not offer second medical opinions through this channel. Always consult with your physician or another qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of something you have seen in this video. The opinions expressed in this video represent the personal opinions of Dr. Esteva and do not reflect those of Lenox Hill Hospital or Northwell Health. No Sponsorship or Affiliation Notice This video is not sponsored. Any mention of products, medications, or brands is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement. Any advertisements that may appear in this video are placed by YouTube. Dr. Esteva has no affiliation with or business relationship to the advertised products or services, unless explicitly stated.