[Breast cancer in the male (author's transl)]

The prognosis of breast cancer in the male is considerably worse than in the female. The longer neglect and the quicker formation of metastases are responsible for it. Modified radical mastectomy is the procedure of choice up to stage T3. In stage T4 only mastectomy should be performed. Radiotherapy with the megavolt technique is necessary in any case. The experience with castration, adrenalectomy and hypophysectomy is limited, further experience must be awaited.