St. Gallen International Consensus Guidelines

The St. Gallen International Consensus Guidelines are expert recommendations for managing breast cancer, especially regarding treatment options and how to personalize therapy based on tumor characteristics. They use information like hormone receptor status, HER2 status, and tumor grade to help doctors decide the best approach, whether it’s surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or hormone therapy. The guidelines aim to optimize outcomes by balancing effective treatment with quality of life, ensuring that patients receive care tailored to their specific cancer type and stage.