Cancer Care & Second Opinion

Breast cancer surgery: the operation should follow the cancer plan

Surgery is one part of a breast cancer plan, and the right operation depends on the disease, not on the newest technique.

Possible procedures

  • breast-conserving surgery
  • mastectomy
  • nipple-sparing or skin-sparing approaches in selected patients
  • sentinel lymph-node biopsy
  • axillary surgery where indicated

What the decision depends on

The decision depends on tumour size and location, breast size, multifocal disease, genetics, response to systemic therapy, radiation planning, and patient preference.

“Minimally invasive,” robotic, or endoscopic techniques should not be chosen simply because they are newer. Oncologic appropriateness and clinician experience come first.

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Before comparing surgical techniques, confirm that the diagnosis and treatment sequence have been reviewed.

Adapted from Kordy's specialist content library.

This page provides general educational information and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual suitability, risks, and treatment decisions must be assessed by licensed healthcare professionals.

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