Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers globally. Most women notice palpable lumps or textural changes in their breasts over time. Fortunately, the majority of these findings are benign; however, a professional clinical examination is essential whenever significant changes occur.

Most breast cancers present as a painless lump that increases gradually in size. Because early-stage masses are often painless, patients may delay seeking evaluation. Unusual nipple discharge, surface ulceration or lesions, retraction of the nipple, and localized skin dimpling are additional clinical signs. Treatment protocols for breast cancer at Hope & Heal Cancer Hospital and Research Center involve a structured, multi-step approach:

Breast Biopsy

A breast biopsy involves utilizing surgical methods or a specialized needle core to extract a tissue sample, serving as the definitive diagnostic standard to confirm malignancy.

Sentinel Lymph Node

Sentinel node biopsy is a targeted procedure that helps determine whether cancer cells have migrated to regional lymph nodes.

Axillary Clearance

This surgical procedure involves removing the majority of lymph nodes located within the axilla, formally referred to as axillary lymph node dissection.

Breast Conservation Surgery

Breast conservation surgery, also known as breast-sparing surgery or partial mastectomy, removes the malignant tumor along with a margin of healthy tissue while preserving the remaining breast structure.

Modified Radical Mastectomy

This procedure entails the complete removal of breast tissue, including the nipple-areola complex and overlying skin when clinically indicated, along with regional axillary lymph node sampling.