Breast Cancer Surgery
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. Modern treatment combines surgical expertise with personalized medicine for optimal outcomes while preserving quality of life. When caught early, the 5-year survival rate is 99%.
Surgical Options
- Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy): Removes the tumor with margin of healthy tissue while preserving the breast
- Oncoplastic Surgery: Combines cancer surgery with plastic surgery techniques for optimal cosmetic outcomes
- Mastectomy: Complete breast removal with skin-sparing or nipple-sparing options
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: Minimally invasive technique to check lymph node spread
- Breast Reconstruction: Immediate or delayed reconstruction using implants or autologous tissue
Modern Advances
Targeted therapy (HER2-targeted drugs), immunotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer, CDK4/6 inhibitors, and antibody-drug conjugates have significantly improved treatment outcomes.