Breast Surgery Choosing Between Segmental and Total Mastectomy

Mastectomy is considered the first and most common solution to breast cancer. There are two different forms of mastectomy but there are several things that you need to understand.

Which is the right kind of surgery for you?
Based on the diagnosis and medical information collected by your doctor, you will be advised upon the best course of action. Discuss your options and understand why the option they have suggested is the best. Compare advantages of both with your doctor to decide the best course of action.

  

Segmental Mastectomy 

When the cancer hasn’t spread over to a wide area and is limited to a small portion, segmental mastectomy is suggested. In this form of surgery only the affected part is surgically removed, keeping the remaining part of the breasts intact. This is also known as breast conserving surgery. However, one needs to understand that a patient will have to undergo radiation therapy to prevent spreading of cancer to adjoining areas.

Total Mastectomy 

When the cancer has spread over a wide area, total removal of all affected cells is necessary and only that eliminates the risk of further complications. But before you rush to consider this as your choice of surgery understand that this doesn’t necessarily eliminate all chances of cancer later in life. 

After Breast cancer Surgery India you will need about 2 to 4 weeks. You may observe some stiffness in your body while you are recovering. It will take some time to recover completely and get back to resuming your normal lifestyle. To know more about surgical procedures and their aftereffects do consult with your doctor at the earliest.