[carolanno]

Benjamin,

Check out the Slamon, et.al. study that Lani posted today. Results were that TH worked as well as TCH w/less toxcicity.
Ask the surgeon if he'll put the port on the inside of her upper arm. It's a great placement, especially for the summer.
i believe getting clear margins is critical. you can test for that, don't really know the results of radiation.
I didn't read your whole post...but getting second and third opinions often helps.

Take care,
Carol