Surgery
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Breast Cancer: What Happens After Reconstructive Surgery
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Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction surgery involves creating a breast mound that comes as close as possible to the form and appearance of the natural breast. -
Breast-Conserving Surgery
A lumpectomy is a type of breast-conserving surgery in which a cancerous lump and a portion of the breast tissue around the cancerous lump are removed, leaving the breast intact. -
Lymphedema Following a Mastectomy
Whenever the normal drainage pattern in the lymph nodes is disturbed or damaged—often during surgery to remove the lymph nodes—the arm may swell. This swelling, caused by too much fluid, is called lymphedema. -
Making the Decision to Have a Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
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Making the Decision to Have Breast-Conserving Surgery
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Making the Decision to Have Reconstructive Surgery for Breast Cancer
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Mastectomy
A mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which all or a portion of a breast is removed as a part of a treatment plan for breast cancer. -
Post-Mastectomy Prosthesis
A prosthesis can be worn against the skin, inside the pocket of a mastectomy bra, or attached to the chest wall. Prosthetic devices are designed to look feminine and be comfortable. -
Surgery for Breast Cancer Treatment
Surgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible is the primary treatment for breast cancer. Today, women have many surgical options and choices. -
Taking Care of Your Wound After Breast Surgery
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What Happens Before and During Surgery for Breast Cancer
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What Happens During a Sentinel Node Biopsy
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What to Know About Surgery for Breast Cancer
