Mina is a 58-year-old woman is diagnosed with invasive ducta…
Mina is a 58-year-old woman is diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma of the breast. Imaging identifies a 3.5-cm primary tumor, and biopsy reveals cancer cells in two axillary lymph nodes. Bone scans demonstrate metastatic lesions in the femur. The oncology team uses staging information to guide treatment and discuss prognosis. Which treatment goal is most likely when managing metastatic disease that cannot be completely eradicated?