Lumpectomy
Treatment of breast cancer often involves some type of surgery. The board-certified surgeons at Beaufort Memorial offer the highest level of expertise and compassion. Before any biopsy or diagnosis of breast cancer you’ll meet with one of our breast surgeons. They are involved early on to discuss your next steps after an abnormal mammogram, discovery of breast cancer symptoms or if you meet other high-risk criteria.
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Breast Tumor Removal
A lumpectomy, sometimes called a partial mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery, includes removal of a portion of a breast to remove the cancer while leaving the healthy breast tissue intact. Often, tissue around the lump and sometimes lymph nodes are also removed. A pathologist examines a sample of the removed tissue to make sure all
Traditionally, women undergoing a lumpectomy have a wire inserted into the area the day of the surgery to locate the cancer. This procedure requires numbing the breast tissue, placing the patient in mammography compression to view the area and inserting a wire down to the identified site. For many women, this leads to discomfort, increased anxiety, and reduced satisfaction.
Improving Lumpectomy Patients' Comfort and Outcomes
Beaufort Memorial has invested in several wire-free technologies as alternatives to wire localization to make breast surgery easier for women. The radar technology enables the surgeon to precisely target affected breast tissue during surgery. Your surgeon will pick what's right for you.
Recovery & Follow-Up Care
The recovery period is very short for a simple lumpectomy. Our team will closely monitor any discomfort you may be having at the hospital and after you go home. We also offer several breast cancer support programs, including a specialized rehabilitation program for breast cancer patients to promote healing, alleviate pain and help prevent scar tissue from forming.