Medical articles of Mastectomy

29/01/2026
Mr Gerald Gui
Consultant Breast and Reconstructive Surgeon
Surgical management after primary chemotherapy
For many people diagnosed with breast cancer, treatment may begin with primary chemotherapy, also known as neoadjuvant chemotherapy, before surgery takes place. This approach can reduce the size of the cancer, show how it responds to treatment and, in some cases, allow surgery to be less extensive. Surgical management after primary chemotherapy is a rapidly evolving area of breast cancer care, shaped by advances in cancer treatments, imaging and surgical techniques.
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04/11/2024
Mr Harun Thomas
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Finding a breast lump: What it means and how to get it checked
Breast lumps are common and can occur for a variety of reasons. However, their discovery can be a worrying experience, and it’s natural to have questions and concerns. Here, Mr Harun Thomas, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, explains what breast lumps are, how they are checked, and the treatment options available, providing clear information to help guide you through the next steps if you discover a lump in your breast.
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11/03/2024
Mr Sumohan Chatterjee
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Everything you need to know about breast cancer surgery
Leading consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Mr Sumohan Chatterjee explains what's involved in breast cancer surgery, as well as the different types and what the most suitable type of surgery for patients is, in expert detail.
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29/01/2024
Ms Gael MacLean
Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon
Decoding mastectomy: Understanding choices, recovery, and reconstruction
The decision to undergo a mastectomy, the surgical removal of one or both breasts, is a complex and deeply personal choice often influenced by various medical, personal, and genetic factors. In her latest online article, Ms Gael MacLean explores the circumstances under which a mastectomy is advised, delving into the reasons behind this recommendation, the effectiveness of the procedure in eliminating cancer, and the factors that may lead to choosing a mastectomy over other surgical options.
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24/10/2023
Professor Jayant Vaidya
Professor of Surgery and Oncology
Mastectomy: Your expert guide
Professor Jayant Vaidya, a renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, provides expert insight on mastectomy in this informative guide. The leading specialist sheds light on recovery, success rates for cancer treatment, and options for combining or delaying reconstruction procedures.
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25/08/2023
Mr Kelvin Chong
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Mastectomy: Why opt for this form of breast cancer surgery?
While lumpectomy is often the preferred choice for many patients requiring breast cancer surgery, mastectomy may better suit certain individuals. In this insightful guide, we hear from Mr Kelvin Chong, a consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, who addresses prevalent misconceptions on mastectomy procedures and explores situations where mastectomies become imperative.
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19/07/2023
Miss Sascha Dua
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Breast reconstruction surgery: what are the different options?
In her latest online article, leading oncoplastic breast surgeon Miss Sascha Dua lays things out exactly the way she does in the clinic. The BCN (breast care nurse) may have given you the Breast Cancer Care booklet. There are three basic options and Miss Dua shall lay them open as simply as I do if you were sitting in front of me.
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10/07/2023
Mr Kelvin Chong
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Breast cancer surgery: What are the advantages of a lumpectomy over a mastectomy?
Many women with a breast cancer diagnosis are faced with difficult decisions about which treatment path to follow, including which surgical approach to opt for. We invited highly respected consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Mr Kelvin Chong to share his expert insight on lumpectomy surgery, a type of breast conserving surgery also known as wide local excision, which can be offered in some cases as an alternative to mastectomy.
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27/01/2023
Dr Tasha Gandamihardja
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Breast reconstruction: what are my options?
Breast reconstruction surgery is a popular procedure done to restore the appearance of the breast following mastectomy. In her latest article, leading oncoplastic breast surgeon Dr Tasha Gandamihardja.
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02/11/2022
Mr Andrew Pieri
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
An expert's guide to Prevena BellaForm dressing and the future of seroma draining
According to new findings, Prevena BellaForm dressings help reduce problems with seroma, a post-operative complication in patients undergoing mastectomy surgery. In his latest article, Mr Pieri explains everything you need to know about post-operative seroma, including how it is managed, and the newest treatments available.
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