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 ...
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 goal of breast cancer surgery is to remove the tumor and a portion of surrounding tissue while conserving as much of the breast as possible. Breast cancer surgery methods differ in the amount of breast tissue that is taken out with the tumor. That depends on the tumor location, how far...
The impact of breast cancer and its treatment is an important part of every patient’s cancer experience. The loss of one or both breasts may change a woman’s self-perception or body image. This can be a factor for patients deciding if breast reconstruction surgery is right for them. Some...
Learn about the three different types of breast cancer surgery, plus how they differ and how to decide which method is best for you.
"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...
Track 6: Breast Cancer Surgery Surgical treatment is a common part of breast cancer care, with procedures ranging from lumpectomies (breast-conserving surgery) to mastectomies. Biopsies and lymph node dissection help determine whether the cancer has spread. Post-surgery, breast reconstruction is avail...
The type of reconstruction performed depends on body type, age, general health status, type of cancer treatment or other reason for reconstruction. Breast reconstruction may require multiple surgeries, such as nipple and areola reconstruction and tattoo pigmentation, revision surgery involving the breast...
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...
Treatment options(可选的治疗方法), including breast-sparing surgery(包括乳房再造术), are now available. The outlook for women with breast cancer is now better than it has ever been(乳腺癌妇女的预后情况也会逐渐上升到一个新的高度).,Summary,Thank you!,...