Breast tissue preserved in gel for drug testing breakthrough

Scientists have developed a method to preserve breast tissue outside the body for at least a week using a gel solution, aiding in drug testing for breast cancer treatment. This breakthrough allows for more accurate drug testing on living tissue, potentially leading to better results for the 56,000 women diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK annually. Survival rates have significantly improved, with 76% of patients surviving for 10 years or more.