Review Article

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Open Access

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Published: 01 Jan 2020

ISSN: 2958-6194 (Print) ; 2958-6208 (Online)

BSAPS Journal, Volume 1, Issue 1, January 2020

Oncoplastic Breast Surgery: the Balance Between Oncological Safety and Good Cosmetic Result
Sarker M1

1. Dr. Masuma Sarker Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Breast Care Unit, Castle Hill Hospital, Castle Road, Cottingham, HU16 5JQ, Uk Emall: masuma.sarker@hey.nhs.uk

Dr. Masuma Sarker Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Breast Care Unit, Castle Hill Hospital, Castle Road, Cottingham, HU16 5JQ, Uk Emall: masuma.sarker@hey.nhs.uk

Abstract: 

Breast-conserving surgery combined with postoperative radiotherapy has become the preferred treatment for the early-stage breast cancer as it has equivalent survival to that of mastectomy. It is sometimes challenging to completely excise the cancer with adequate surgical margin while preserving the natural shape and appearance of the breast. Oncoplastic breast surgery emerged as an approach to allow wider excision when required to achieve clear margin without compromising acceptable breast volume and shape. It is based on the principle of plastic surgical techniques for reshaping the breast after oncological excision of breast cancer. This review article will focus on the basic surgical options and approaches to oncoplastic breast surgery. 

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Oncoplastic Breast Surgery: the Balance Between Oncological Safety and Good Cosmetic Result