Mastectomy is a surgical procedure that removes all of the breast tissues from the breast to treat breast cancer. Mastectomy is performed if the cancer cells have spread to a wide region of the breast. If the cancer cells have only affected a small portion of the breast, another surgical technique called a lumpectomy is used. Breast-conserving surgery, wide local excision, or partial mastectomy are all terms used to describe lumpectomy. Just a small part of the infected breast is removed during this procedure. Both surgical techniques are successful in stopping cancer cells from returning (recurrence). However, lumpectomy is not always the best option since it is only effective when the cancer cells have not spread to a wide region of the breast. Mastectomy is a medical operation that removes the entire breast; but, with modern mastectomy methods, the breast skin may be retained, preserving the breast’s aesthetics or appearance.
A skin-sparing mastectomy is a name for this modern procedure. Breast reconstruction is a procedure that can be performed concurrently with or following mastectomy surgery. Breast reconstruction is used to maintain the breast shape, which aids in the preservation of the breast’s appearance.
Why is it performed?
One of the first symptoms of breast cancer is a lump in the breast or armpits. As a result, the shape, size, and color of the breast or nipple can vary. There are two types of mastectomy procedures: unilateral or single mastectomy (removal of one breast) and bilateral or double mastectomy (removal of both breasts). The procedure chosen is determined by the extent of cancer cell spread.
Mastectomy can be used to treat a variety of breast cancers, including:
- Paget’s disease is a form of breast cancer that affects women.
- Chemotherapy-induced inflammatory breast cancer
- An early stage of breast cancer stage 1 and stage 2
The procedure
- During the operation, the surgeon makes an incision in the chest.
- The infected part of the breast is then fully or partially removed.
- During the operation, the lymph nodes and muscles of the chest wall can be resected as well.
- The surgeon will recommend the appropriate care for the patient based on their diagnosis, age, medical history, general health, and personal preferences. Every case is different, and this changes the amount of time spent in the hospital after surgery.
Recovery from mastectomy
The patient starts to feel pain as the anesthesia wears off. For the first two days after the anesthetic effect has worn off, analgesics are given via an intravenous line. The drainage tubes are removed in the immediate postoperative phase in the case of a clear breast cancer mastectomy. If the patient has a radical mastectomy, they will be held for two days. Any symptoms of inflammation or redness should be identified right away because they could suggest an infection.
During the recovery time, a simple fluid diet is provided, and then solid food is gradually introduced. To avoid infection, the patient should take sponge baths before the incision heals fully. A radical mastectomy requires one to two days in the hospital. It can take up to six weeks for the patient to fully recover.
Why choose mastectomy surgery in Dubai
On a global scale, the United Arab Emirates is one of the best places to receive medical attention. The cost of mastectomy treatment in the Uae/Dubai is lower than in other parts of the world. As a result, the United Arab Emirates is an excellent option for most people who need a mastectomy. When you combine that with the high expectations of healthcare practitioners and hospitals, you have the ideal place to stop cancer cells from spreading. The United Arab Emirates is the safest place to go if you’re thinking about getting a mastectomy. We will provide you with the most recent information on mastectomy in Dubai so that you can make the best decision possible.
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