Dr. John D. Lipani offers advanced treatment options for metastatic breast cancer that spreads to the brain and spine. Metastatic breast cancer, also known as stage IV breast cancer, occurs when the disease spreads to distant sites such as the lungs, liver, brain and spine. When tumors develop within the brain or spine, there is serious risk for permanent neurologic dysfunction. Dr. Lipani specializes in both operative and non-operative treatment options that stop tumor growth in the brain and spine and protects neurologic function. Dr. Lipani's treatment for metastatic breast cancer focuses on controlling progression of disease to maintain a high quality of life.
Metastatic breast cancer spreads to different parts of the body by several different mechanisms. Cancer cells can invade nearby healthy tissue via direct spread from one place another. Cancer cells can also spread through the bloodstream or the lymphatic system. When cancer cells reach a critical mass in a specific location, they form a metastatic tumor in a new location that can compress surrounding tissue such as brain tissue or spine tissue. Symptoms vary depending on the location of the metastatic tumor. Metastatic breast cancer symptoms of the brain and spine may include the following:
Dr. Lipani's pledge is to stop tumor growth and help patients maintain a healthy quality of life. Using cutting-edge technology, including image-guided brain and spine surgery, as well as non-invasive radiosurgery, Dr. Lipani offers state-of-the-art treatment options that are not available at most treatment centers.
For more information about metastatic breast cancer or our metastatic breast cancer treatment, contact the office of Dr. John D. Lipani at (609)-890-3400 today!
