Conclusion: The two cases illustrate that given the choice men may opt for reconstruction. It is therefore suggested that refinement of options with emphasis on reconstruction should be included in the preoperative discussion and planning of surgery for breast cancer in men....
"The breast cancer loop remains open..." Wow, does that resonate with me! When we don't have all the options for breast reconstruction, when we don't have all the information, we can go in circles. That's exactly how I've felt these past 15 months--like I have first been de-con...
You may want to think aboutnipple reconstruction,too. Usually, the nipple andareola(the dark area around the nipple) are removed during the mastectomy to lower the chance ofcancerreturning. Nipple reconstruction is typically an outpatient procedure done with local anesthesia. You may have it after ...
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U-M study finds]]>Ann Arbor- Only a third of patients with breast cancer discussed breast reconstruction options with their surgeon before their initial surgery, according to a new study from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center.cancernews.com...
A breast cancer diagnosis can take you down a path of deeply personal choices. If you are having a mastectomy (the removal of one or both breasts), you'll likely have questions about the type of reconstruction to have—if you choose to have any at all. ...
This article provides an overview of breast biopsy techniques, biopsy specimen imaging, and treatment options for breast cancer patients, including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and molecular treatments. Finally, breast reconstruction options are presented....
Post-surgery, breast reconstruction is available to restore the breast's appearance, though some patients opt for prostheses instead. Related Associations: European Breast Cancer surgeons Association | The Pacific Association of Breast Cancer Surgeons (PABCS) | Israeli Breast Cancer Nursing Society | ...
Current trends in the treatment of breast cancer reveal a progressively higher value being placed on the conservation of breast tissue. In the shift from the radical mastectomies of Halsted to breast-conserving therapies, there has been a greater realization of the possibility and the benefits of ...
Both incidence of breast cancer and survival have increased in recent years and there is a need to review follow up strategies. This study aims to assess the evidence for benefits of follow-up in different settings for women who have had treatment for early breast cancer. Method A systematic ...