The lumpectomy procedure is a breast conserving surgery. The aim is to help treat a patient’s breast cancer by removing the infected tissue, without removing the whole breast. The surgery is commonly known as a lumpectomy or wide local excision. Many patients require this procedure and it can be effective in treating breast cancer. Mr Kelvin Chong provides the lumpectomy procedure London patients need and works efficiently to ensure patients get an appointment as swiftly as possible.
Why would I need a lumpectomy?
This procedure involves removing the area where the cancer is and some of the breast tissue surrounding the area. This procedure is often the best option for patients whose cancer is:
- Confined to a single area of the breast
- Suitably positioned in the breast for an excision
- Small compared to the overall breast size
The Procedure
Wide local excision surgery involves the surgeon removing the cancerous tissue and some surrounding breast tissue around the cancer. Sometimes patients will also need some or all of the lymph nodes in their armpit removed too.
Mr Chong’s team work carefully to ensure the best possible results, as well as full removal of the cancer. His specialism in oncoplastic surgery means he can provide cosmetic treatments at the same time of lumpectomy. Oncoplastic treatments ensure the lumpectomy does not adversely affect the shape and size of the breast. Scarring is kept to a minimum and Mr Chong works to ensure scars are as hidden as possible. Often scarring can be hidden in the areola.
Sometimes patients will have cosmetic procedures on both breasts so they do not appear uneven or unbalanced after the surgery. This is a personal decision that you can discuss with the medical team before your operation.
Radiotherapy and Lumpectomies
Most patients need to have radiotherapy after this procedure. This treatment will help minimise the risk of the cancer returning in the breast and is an effective preventative measure.
Appointments for Lumpectomy Procedure London with Mr Kelvin Chong
Mr Kelvin Chong is a highly experience oncoplastic surgeon who specialises in breast surgeries including lumpectomy procedures. He and his team work with patients to quickly ensure effective cancer treatment plans. He also helps ensure his patients are happy with their breasts after the procedure and not adversely affected by their change in shape or size.
To book an appointment you can simply use the contact details page of this website and arrange a suitable time.
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