Preserving breast tissue outside of body will aid cancer research – study

Experts found the preserved breast tissue maintained its structure, cell types and ability to respond to a series of drugs in the same way as normal breast tissue

A new study has enabled scientists to study breast tissue in detail outside the body (Rui Vieira/PA)

Researchers say they have managed to keep breast cancer tissue viable for at least a week outside of the human body, paving the way for enhanced cancer treatments.

A new study found breast tissue could be preserved in a special gel solution, enabling scientists to examine it in great detail.