3rd International Conference on Cancer and Breast Cancer Treatment

Track: Breast Cancer Surgery

Breast cancer surgery is a critical treatment option aimed at removing cancerous tissue or the entire breast. The choice of surgery depends on the cancer's size, location, and stage, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Surgery is often combined with other treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapy, to lower the risk of recurrence.

Lumpectomy (Breast-Conserving Surgery)

Lumpectomy involves removing only the tumor and a small margin of surrounding healthy tissue while preserving the rest of the breast. This surgery is typically recommended for early-stage cancers where the tumor is small and localized. Lumpectomy is often followed by radiation therapy to eliminate any remaining cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence. This approach allows women to retain the appearance of their breast while effectively treating the cancer.

Mastectomy

Mastectomy involves the removal of the entire breast, often recommended for larger tumors, multiple tumors in different areas, or more advanced cancer stages. There are different types of mastectomies: total (simple) mastectomy, which removes the entire breast, and modified radical mastectomy, which also removes nearby lymph nodes to check for cancer spread. Mastectomy is often chosen when lumpectomy is not an option due to tumor size or location.

Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

During breast cancer surgery, a sentinel lymph node biopsy is performed to determine whether cancer has spread to the lymph nodes, which are typically the first site of metastasis. The surgeon injects a special dye or radioactive substance near the tumor to identify the first lymph node(s) to which cancer cells may have spread. These nodes are then removed and examined. If cancer is found in the sentinel node, additional nodes may be removed for further testing.

Reconstructive Surgery

Breast reconstruction is available to women following a mastectomy to rebuild the shape and appearance of the breast. Reconstruction can be done immediately after the mastectomy or delayed to allow for healing. Different reconstruction methods include using implants or the patient’s own tissue (flap reconstruction). This procedure can help restore a woman’s body image and confidence after breast cancer surgery.

Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

Axillary lymph node dissection involves removing multiple lymph nodes from the underarm (axilla) to check for cancer spread. This procedure is typically performed if the sentinel lymph node biopsy shows signs of cancer or if the tumor is large. While it helps determine the extent of cancer spread, it carries risks like lymphedema (swelling in the arm) and limited shoulder mobility. Due to the development of less invasive methods, axillary dissection is now performed less frequently.

3rd International Conference on Cancer and Breast Cancer Treatment

Track: Breast Cancer Surgery

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