[Prognostic factors in epitheliomas of the breast]

Prognostic factors in breast carcinoma were studied on material which consisted of 733 patients with a follow-up of over 5 years and on 361 with a follow-up of over 10 years. In the first part of the study the prognostic factors are related to the physical characteristics of the primary tumour such as its situation and size and its relationship to skin and deep tissues. Clinical examination of the axilla, studied in detail, has proved a reliable guide to prognosis. The second part deals with such factors as age, hormonal status, age at first pregnancy and parity. A critical analysis of the T.N.M. classification ends the study, with special reference to the prognostic factors which relate to the primary tumour.