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What are the chances of my DCIS turning into invasive cancer without any treatment?

April 26, 2017cancer DCIS Invasive treatment Turning

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What are the chances of my DCIS turning into invasive cancer without any treatment?

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That depends on the grade, size, and margin status of the DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ). Time is also an important factor. The rates of DCIS becoming invasive are different at 5 years, 10 years, or 15 years. This is an excellent question to ask the BCCS panel about your specific situation.