Surveillance

For those diagnosed with a genetic mutation in either BRAC1 or BRAC2, rigorous and continuous surveillance is recommended, especially if women do not choose to undergo any other form or treatment. In addition to an annual [|mammogram], doctors recommend seeing an [|oncologist]twice yearly. While surveillance does not cause the patient any physical stress or harm, the constant threat of breast cancer may cause emotional and mental stress in many patients. For ovarian cancer, surveillance methods may include [|transvaginal ultrasound], [|CA-125 blood testing], and clinical exams.