• My options were to go with the lumpectomy recommendation or a double mastectomy , which would remove both breasts. (marieclaire.com)
  • Q: If the DCIS is in one breast, would a double mastectomy make sense, so I could even out the "new" size I choose? (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • Young women at high genetic risk of a recurrence, due to mutations in genes like BRCA1 and BRCA2, may want to opt for a double-mastectomy, Pestana said. (somc.org)
  • She pointed to the " Angelina Jolie effect ," where the actor's revelation that she'd had a double-mastectomy to cut her breast cancer risk has influenced other young women to choose that option as a breast cancer treatment. (somc.org)
  • For young women at average genetic risk, she said, evidence is lacking that a double-mastectomy improves survival over breast-conserving surgery. (somc.org)
  • A double mastectomy is performed if there is cancer in both breasts or if the patient has a BRCA 1 or BRCA 2 genetic mutation, which raises the risk of cancer. (mdanderson.org)
  • Empowered with this knowledge, I made the life-altering decision to undergo seven surgeries-including a double mastectomy and a prophylactic oophorectomy (to remove my ovaries). (cdc.gov)
  • My oncologist advised that I was a great candidate for a lumpectomy because the cancer had not spread to vital organs, only one tumor was detected, and I never had radiation therapy. (marieclaire.com)
  • When a lumpectomy is performed, radiation therapy is always recommended. (drdec.com)
  • In early stage breast cancer a lumpectomy combined with radiation therapy has the same survival rate as a mastectomy. (drdec.com)
  • a mastectomy will only require radiation therapy in some cases. (drdec.com)
  • Those who have undergone a lumpectomy without radiation therapy have a 25-30% chance of DCIS recurring. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Methods: Fifty-nine patients treated in the Breast Surgery Unit at the University Hospital of Parma (Italy) between January 2010 and December 2017 for ipsilateral breast recurrent cancer, previously treated by partial mastectomy plus whole-breast radiation therapy, were analyzed. (unipr.it)
  • Patients with multiple tumors in the same breast who underwent a lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy had local recurrence rates comparable to those historically observed in patients with a single tumor, according to results from the ACOSOG Z11102 (Alliance) prospective phase II clinical trial, which were presented at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, held December 6-10, 2022. (news-medical.net)
  • But well-established research going back to the 1970s shows that, together, patients who have a lumpectomy and radiation therapy have the same low risk of breast cancer recurrence as patients who have a mastectomy. (mdanderson.org)
  • However, if cancer was present in the surrounding lymph nodes, and the person has a mastectomy but does not pair that with radiation therapy, their chance of recurrence could increase to 23% . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • After a lumpectomy, people may undergo radiation therapy . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • If a person has a lumpectomy and develops local or regional recurrence of breast cancer, a doctor may suggest a mastectomy and radiation therapy. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • We apply this framework to breast cancer treatments, where lumpectomy with radiation therapy is more expensive than mastectomy but generates similar average health benefits. (cdc.gov)
  • Many women have breast reconstruction to rebuild the breast after a mastectomy. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Mastectomies, lumpectomies and reconstruction surgery may be required if a cancer is diagnosed. (vmmed.com)
  • Due to the radiation treatment time, patients electing to have a lumpectomy may not be eligible for certain reconstruction options. (vmmed.com)
  • Patients concerned about this will often elect to receive a total mastectomy with reconstruction. (vmmed.com)
  • This was the case of my mum Hilary who decided to have a mastectomy without reconstruction when the cancer was found early. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • The patient may be able to have breast reconstruction at the same time as the mastectomy, this is known as an immediate reconstruction. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • I was a AA cup size and don't have much breast tissue left, so I feel like I could use the reconstruction, which is why I am considering the mastectomy. (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • We work closely with them as a team and perform the reconstruction immediately after the mastectomy. (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • For some women with smaller breasts, Pestana noted, mastectomy, possibly followed by breast reconstruction, might be preferable to a lumpectomy for those cosmetic reasons. (somc.org)
  • Background: Breast reconstruction after salvage mastectomy (SM) for recurrent cancer represents a challenge in preradiated patients due to the increased complication rate. (unipr.it)
  • Breast reconstruction , if you choose it, can take place at the same time as mastectomy or later. (healthline.com)
  • We spoke to Sun about which patients should undergo a mastectomy, what recovery from a mastectomy is like and which types of breast reconstruction are available to patients who choose to undergo a mastectomy. (mdanderson.org)
  • Immediate reconstruction of a nipple-areola complex lumpectomy defect with a L-shaped medial inferior based skin paddle flap and contralateral reduction mammoplasty provides an excellent cosmetic outcome in patients with large, ptotic breasts and central defects following oncologic tumor resection. (medscape.com)
  • At Valley, the majority of our patients are able to have a nipple-sparing mastectomy. (valleyhealth.com)
  • There are several different types of mastectomy, which differ based on whether other structures, such as the nipple or the breast skin, are also removed. (drdec.com)
  • Also, do you have information on recurrence rates if I try a nipple-sparing or skin sparing mastectomy? (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • Skin and nipple sparing mastectomy should be the same as well. (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • necrosis: If the patient has a nipple-sparing or skin-sparing mastectomy, there is some risk that the skin will not receive enough blood and need to be removed. (mdanderson.org)
  • Dr. Oseni's research activities are focused on innovations in oncoplastic techniques to optimize the excision of large tumors while preserving the breast, improving cosmetic outcomes, developing methods of assessing risk of malignancy in women with abnormalities on breast imaging and evaluating nipple-sparing mastectomy techniques. (massgeneral.org)
  • Dr. Valente has a strong interest in advanced surgical techniques including minimally invasive breast surgery, hidden scars, oncoplastic surgery and nipple sparing mastectomy. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Surgical oncology performed a left lumpectomy with nipple-areola complex excision and a sentinel lymph node biopsy. (medscape.com)
  • Lumpectomy (partial or segmental mastectomy) is defined as complete surgical resection of a primary tumor with a goal of achieving widely negative margins (ideally 1 cm). (medscape.com)
  • Most patients don't realize that lumpectomy (removal of the tumor and surrounding tissue) combined with Radiation gives almost equivalent recurrence and survival results when compared with mastectomy. (breastbr.com)
  • Lumpectomy, or partial mastectomy, refers to the surgical removal of a breast tumor along with some of the surrounding tissue. (drdec.com)
  • Some underwent a mastectomy , or removal of one or both breasts, while some had a lumpectomy , where only the tumor and some surrounding tissue are removed. (somc.org)
  • Alternatively, some women can choose to have a wide local excision, also known as a lumpectomy, an operation in which a small volume of breast tissue containing the tumor and a surrounding margin of healthy tissue is removed to conserve the breast. (wikipedia.org)
  • Both mastectomy and lumpectomy are referred to as "local therapies" for breast cancer, targeting the area of the tumor, as opposed to systemic therapies, such as chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or immunotherapy. (wikipedia.org)
  • The decision to perform a mastectomy is based on various factors, including breast size, the number of lesions, biologic aggressiveness of a breast cancer, the availability of adjuvant radiation, and the willingness of the patient to accept higher rates of tumor recurrences after lumpectomy and/or radiation. (wikipedia.org)
  • Currently, there are several surgical approaches to mastectomy, and the type that a person decides to undergo (or whether they will decide instead to have a lumpectomy) depends on factors such as the size, location, and behavior of the tumor (if one is present), whether or not the surgery is prophylactic, and whether the person intends to undergo reconstructive surgery. (wikipedia.org)
  • A lumpectomy , or "breast-sparing surgery," involves removing the tumor and a margin of healthy tissue around it. (healthline.com)
  • A mastectomy is a breast cancer surgery in which the surgeon removes the tumor and the entire breast. (mdanderson.org)
  • This is usually indicated when the tumor is too large for a lumpectomy. (epnet.com)
  • If tumor is still present at the resected margin after re-excision(s), the participant must undergo mastectomy to be eligible. (who.int)
  • A lumpectomy - also referred to as a partial mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery - is often recommended for patients whose cancer is located in a single site. (vmmed.com)
  • A lumpectomy can also be referred to as breast-conserving surgery, partial mastectomy or wide excision. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • A mastectomy is surgery to remove a breast or part of a breast. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Even though the lumpectomy is the least invasive breast cancer surgery, it can still be very effective and further surgery may not be needed. (marieclaire.com)
  • Our surgeons offer lumpectomy, also known as breast-conserving surgery, using oncoplastic techniques. (valleyhealth.com)
  • Lumpectomy, or breast-conserving surgery, is the most common type of breast surgery performed at Valley. (valleyhealth.com)
  • Lumpectomy should be discussed and the pros and cons clearly demonstrated for the patient prior to choosing definitive surgery. (breastbr.com)
  • The duration of a lumpectomy surgery varies greatly however most procedures take only a few hours to complete. (vmmed.com)
  • Carol's Post Mastectomy Specilaist shares a unique perspective in dealing with women who have undergone the trauma of mastectomy or lumpectomy surgery. (carolsutah.com)
  • Following surgery, the patient may need radiotherapy after a mastectomy if the doctor thinks there is a risk of cancer coming back in the area of the scar. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • But young women who undergo "breast-conserving" surgery are just as likely to survive as those who have a mastectomy, a preliminary study finds. (somc.org)
  • While there are both medical and non-medical indications for mastectomy, the clinical guidelines and patient expectations for before and after surgery remain the same. (wikipedia.org)
  • Mastectomy has non-cancer medical uses as well, including cosmetic or reconstructive surgery. (wikipedia.org)
  • Transgender men may undergo a mastectomy as a gender-affirming surgery. (wikipedia.org)
  • A Must-Have for Breast Surgery The Post Surgical Recovery Bra is designed for all breast-related surgery recovery including: mastectomy lumpecto. (thebrobe.com)
  • Lumpectomy ( breast-conserving surgery ) and mastectomy are the two most commonly used surgical procedures for early-stage female breast cancer patients . (bvsalud.org)
  • At MD Anderson, our multidisciplinary care teams specialize in personalized care and will help determine what type of treatment is best for you and if that includes surgery, specifically a mastectomy," says Susie Sun, M.D ., a breast surgeon. (mdanderson.org)
  • Like any surgery, a mastectomy has some risks. (mdanderson.org)
  • Breast cancer surgery is most successful and you're far less likely to experience any of these risks if you have an experienced surgeon who performs a large number of mastectomies," Sun says. (mdanderson.org)
  • Learn how to prepare for a lumpectomy or mastectomy, including restrictions before surgery, what to bring to the hospital and more. (ucsfhealth.org)
  • Lumpectomy - a type of surgery that aims to remove cancer cells from the breast. (mwmc.com)
  • You will be asked to opt for a mastectomy, lumpectomy that falls under surgery. (hindustantimes.com)
  • I thought, 'Why would I ever think about doing pre-surgery chemo when I might have a lumpectomy and never have to have chemotherapy,'' Garman recalled. (wral.com)
  • The aim of this additional treatment is to shrink the breast cancer to avoid a mastectomy. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • Patients who have multiple tumors in one breast may be able to avoid a mastectomy if the tumors can be removed while leaving enough breast tissue, according to research led by the Alliance in Clinical Trials in Oncology and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. (news-medical.net)
  • It is my mission as a mastectomy fitter of Carol's Post Mastectomy Specialist to provide the highest quality of care for my customers. (carolsutah.com)
  • Carol's Post Mastectomy Specialist features an array of innovative designs of breast prosthesis that allow you the flexibility of carrying on normal activities in comfort and with confidence. (carolsutah.com)
  • Pink Ribbon Lingerie was launched in 2010 by mother and daughter Hilary & Camille, selling post-mastectomy products in a wide range of colours and sizes from suppliers all around the world, giving you more choice with the aim to help women feel beautiful. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • Women who undergo lumpectomy often receive radiation, too, for instance. (somc.org)
  • Mastectomy is the medical term for the surgical removal of one or both breasts, partially or completely. (wikipedia.org)
  • An oncology nurse, she has worked with hundreds of women who have undergone mastectomies. (apple.com)
  • Often, patients first need to have the lump removed (a lumpectomy ) or the entire breast removed (a mastectomy ). (cdc.gov)
  • Many patients that qualify for a lumpectomy often chose it over a total mastectomy due to the fact that the procedure helps preserve as much of the breast as possible. (vmmed.com)
  • Patients eligible for lumpectomies may nevertheless elect to have a total mastectomy for a variety of reasons. (vmmed.com)
  • Consequently, patients not wanting to receive intense radiation treatment - whether for personal or logistical reasons - may find that lumpectomies are not a good option for them. (vmmed.com)
  • Close to two-thirds of the patients underwent a mastectomy, Pestana said, while the rest had a lumpectomy. (somc.org)
  • Comparative Effectiveness Analysis of Lumpectomy and Mastectomy for Elderly Female Breast Cancer Patients: A Deep Learning-based Big Data Analysis. (bvsalud.org)
  • Because the mastectomy is so well-known, breast cancer patients often assume that's the treatment they should have or will have to have. (mdanderson.org)
  • Mastectomies are best for patients who cannot withstand radiation. (mdanderson.org)
  • The patients underwent a mastectomy or a quadrantectomy through an axillary approach and were evaluated before and after 20 sessions of physical therapy. (bvsalud.org)
  • RÉSUMÉ La recherche consacrée à la qualité de vie des patients cancéreux dans les pays en développement est limitée. (who.int)
  • Afin d'estimer la faisabilité d'une évaluation de la qualité de vie dans une cohorte de patients cancéreux tunisiens, nous avons présenté le questionnaire QLQ-C30 de l'EORTC à 23 femmes traitées par chimiothérapie adjuvante en ambulatoire pour un cancer du sein à un stade précoce, au début du traitement et pendant le troisième cycle de chimiothérapie. (who.int)
  • If the size of the breast is significantly reduced by the lumpectomy, the other healthy breast can be treated with a symmetry procedure, such as a breast reduction or breast lift. (drdec.com)
  • A mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which the entire breast gland is removed. (drdec.com)
  • A lumpectomy is a surgical procedure that removes cancerous breast tissue along with an area of healthy surrounding tissue. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Our technique involved a deepithelialized L-shaped medial inferior based flap with removal of lateral breast tissue after central lumpectomy with a contralateral Wise-pattern mastopexy with inferior pedicle for symmetry. (medscape.com)
  • Men with gynecomastia may be eligible for mastectomy, but minimally invasive surgical techniques also exist. (wikipedia.org)
  • It was IDC, 1.5cm and there was a separate area of DCIS in the opposite corner of my right breast, thus the only option presented to me was a mastectomy. (breastcancer.org)
  • A long-term follow up analysis of the NRG-RTOG 9804 randomized trial has shown that breast radiation following lumpectomy significantly reduces incidence of ipsilateral breast recurrence (IBR) for "low risk" DCIS. (news-medical.net)
  • For participants who undergo mastectomy or wide local excision where deep margin abuts the pectoralis fascia, participants with microscopic positive margins are eligible as long as radiotherapy of the chest wall is administered prior to study entry. (who.int)
  • Sometimes mastectomy is done to prevent breast cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
  • According to The National Breast Cancer Foundation, a lumpectomy usually removes the least amount of breast tissue. (marieclaire.com)
  • During a lumpectomy, the breast surgeon would only need to remove a small portion of surrounding tissue and test those cells to make sure no cancer was detected. (marieclaire.com)
  • The one resounding sentiment from the women who chose a mastectomy was that they didn't want the possibility of the breast cancer returning. (marieclaire.com)
  • The recurrence of breast cancer following a lumpectomy is slightly higher than with a mastectomy. (vmmed.com)
  • There is a greater need for radiation with a lumpectomy to ensure that there is no more cancer. (vmmed.com)
  • If the cancer should recur, the breast will no longer be able to accept further radiation and a total mastectomy will need to be performed. (vmmed.com)
  • If the decision is between a mastectomy and a lumpectomy, personal anxieties regarding a recurrence of breast cancer should be considered, as recurrence of breast cancer under lumpectomies is slightly higher. (vmmed.com)
  • During the mastectomy, tissue around the tumour (the margin) is evaluated by a pathologist to ensure that it does not contain any cancer cells. (vmmed.com)
  • A mastectomy is an operation to remove breast cancer from the breast by removing the whole breast. (pinkribbonlingerie.co.uk)
  • Preventive mastectomies are done to reduce the chances of getting breast cancer. (breastreconstructionnetwork.com)
  • The researchers found that once other factors were taken into account - including the stage and aggressiveness of the cancer, and other treatments women received - the choice of lumpectomy or mastectomy had no bearing on survival odds. (somc.org)
  • A mastectomy is usually carried out to treat breast cancer. (wikipedia.org)
  • A lumpectomy is also possible for people with larger tumors who undergo neoadjuvant treatment and have a good response or a "complete response," which means that all the cancer is gone. (healthline.com)
  • A mastectomy is one of the most well-known types of breast cancer treatment . (mdanderson.org)
  • Mastectomies are also a good option if the patient is not a lumpectomy candidate based on the size or location of the breast cancer. (mdanderson.org)
  • When a person undergoes a mastectomy as part of their cancer treatment, there is a higher chance of recurrence if a doctor finds cancer cells in the surrounding lymph nodes. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Il est nécessaire d'améliorer encore l'infrastructure de soins et la sensibilisation du public en matière de cancer si l'on veut réaliser des études fiables sur la qualité de vie des cancéreux. (who.int)
  • So, thank god I had the reduction as the lumpectomy margins were perfect. (breastcancer.org)
  • A total of 65,997 subjects were enrolled in the emulated trial, with 50,704 and 15,293 in the lumpectomy and mastectomy arms , respectively. (bvsalud.org)