What is a One Stop Breast Clinic?
A ‘One Stop Breast Clinic’ is one in which patients with any concerning breast symptoms, such as a lump, asymmetry, breast pain, nipple discharge, or skin changes can be assessed in an outpatient clinic for an immediate and accurate diagnosis in a matter of hours. This approach to breast cancer diagnosis aims to provide convenience and reassurance to women. Often what stops women seeking a diagnosis for a suspected breast symptom is both the fear of the diagnosis of breast cancer, as well as the thought of having a lengthy waiting time to find out the test results.
What happens at a One Stop Breast Clinic?
Breast screening at a One Stop Breast Clinic involves a triple assessment, which includes:
- Being seen by a specialist breast surgeon who does a clinical assessment, checking medical history, age of the patient, and a physical examination.
- Being seen by a consultant breast radiologist who will perform a mammogram (for those aged 40+) and an ultrasound scan.
- A pathological assessment is made by a radiologist who obtains a biopsy using image-guided techniques.
It is thought that when all three forms of assessment are used, the accuracy rate of diagnosis is more than 95%.
Following triple assessment, a symptom such as a breast lump can be identified as being either benign or malignant. If such a symptom is found to be benign, then the patient will not generally require further treatment.
However, if malignancy is found, these results are normally made available within 2-5 working days. The patient will be informed and a personalised treatment plan will be made.
What are the benefits of a One Stop Breast Clinic?
The key benefits of taking the One Stop approach for breast cancer diagnosis are the following:
- Quick access to appointments.
- Various clinic locations across the country.
- Being seen by experienced breast cancer specialists.
- Reduced diagnosis time, meaning treatment can commence as soon as possible.
One Stop Breast Clinic
What is a One Stop Breast Clinic?
A ‘One Stop Breast Clinic’ is one in which patients with any concerning breast symptoms, such as a lump, asymmetry, breast pain, nipple discharge, or skin changes can be assessed in an outpatient clinic for an immediate and accurate diagnosis in a matter of hours. This approach to breast cancer diagnosis aims to provide convenience and reassurance to women. Often what stops women seeking a diagnosis for a suspected breast symptom is both the fear of the diagnosis of breast cancer, as well as the thought of having a lengthy waiting time to find out the test results.
What happens at a One Stop Breast Clinic?
Breast screening at a One Stop Breast Clinic involves a triple assessment, which includes:
- Being seen by a specialist breast surgeon who does a clinical assessment, checking medical history, age of the patient, and a physical examination.
- Being seen by a consultant breast radiologist who will perform a mammogram (for those aged 40+) and an ultrasound scan.
- A pathological assessment is made by a radiologist who obtains a biopsy using image-guided techniques.
It is thought that when all three forms of assessment are used, the accuracy rate of diagnosis is more than 95%.
Following triple assessment, a symptom such as a breast lump can be identified as being either benign or malignant. If such a symptom is found to be benign, then the patient will not generally require further treatment.
However, if malignancy is found, these results are normally made available within 2-5 working days. The patient will be informed and a personalised treatment plan will be made.
What are the benefits of a One Stop Breast Clinic?
The key benefits of taking the One Stop approach for breast cancer diagnosis are the following:
- Quick access to appointments.
- Various clinic locations across the country.
- Being seen by experienced breast cancer specialists.
- Reduced diagnosis time, meaning treatment can commence as soon as possible.
One stop breast clinics: Everything you need to know
By Dr Tasha Gandamihardja
2024-10-31
If you notice some changes in your breast, it is completely normal to be apprehensive or nervous to get it checked out. You may be scared about what to expect, about not knowing what scans you may need, and perhaps also about what may be found. The truth is, the majority of breast concerns turn out to be nothing worrying at all, but you won't know unless you get them checked. In her latest online article, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Ms Tasha Gandamihardja helps put your mind at ease by explaining exactly what happens when you go to get your breasts checked out at a one-stop breast clinic. See more
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By Mr Simon Smith
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Not knowing what will happen on your first visit to a one-stop breast clinic and dealing with the thought of having symptoms of breast cancer can be a stressful combination. So, Mr Simon Smith, a top breast and endocrine surgeon explains exactly what happens at these types of clinics and how long you need to wait for your results. See more
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