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Follow the links below to find information on breast cancer surgery, including mastectomy.
Updated January 2009
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Follow-up after breast cancer
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Follow-up is recommended after treatment for breast cancer to check whether breast cancer has come back, to monitor side effects of treatment and to provide practical and emotional support.
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Oct 2009
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Follow-up after breast cancer
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Follow-up is recommended after treatment for breast cancer to check whether breast cancer has come back, to monitor side effects of treatment and to provide practical and emotional support.
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Oct 2009
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Life after breast cancer
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC)
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This section is designed to answer questions women might have once treatment is over
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Sep 2009
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Treatment options for DCIS
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Treatment for DCIS usually involves breast conserving surgery followed by radiotherapy.
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Sep 2009
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Treatment options for secondary (metastatic) breast cancer
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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The aim of treatment for secondary (metastatic) breast cancer is to control the growth and spread of the cancer, to relieve symptoms and improve or maintain quality of life.
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Sep 2009
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Lymphoedema
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Lymphoedema after breast cancer is a persistent swelling of the arm or breast that occurs because of a build-up of fluid.
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Sep 2009
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Mastectomy
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Mastectomy involves removal of the whole breast (usually including the nipple) and usually removal of one or more lymph nodes from the armpit.
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Sep 2009
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Breast conserving surgery
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Breast conserving surgery may also be called a lumpectomy, complete local excision, partial mastectomy or wide local excision.
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Sep 2009
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Breast cancer surgery
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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There are two types of breast surgery for early breast cancer: breast conserving surgery and mastectomy. The type of breast surgery recommended will depend on a woman's individual situation and preference.
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Jul 2009
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Breast prostheses
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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An external breast prosthesis is an artificial breast worn inside a bra to give shape to clothes. A prosthesis can be used after a mastectomy and sometimes after breast conserving surgery.
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Jul 2009
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Nipple reconstruction
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Describes the reconstruction of the nipple after breast surgery.
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Jul 2009
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Breast conserving surgery
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on breast conserving surgery by professional health specialists.
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Apr 2009
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Choosing a breast surgeon
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre
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Surgeons with an interest in breast surgery can join the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Section of Breast Surgery. Full members of this section take part in a national audit to ensure they are delivering high-quality care.
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Jan 2009
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Questions to ask about treatment
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National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre (NBOCC)
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Questions to ask your doctor that could help you decide about the treatment of your breast cancer.
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Jan 2009
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Systemic therapy for treating locoregional recurrence in women with breast cancer
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Early breast cancer can be removed by surgery, and for most women the chance of the cancer returning (recurrence) is small. In some women however, the cancer returns in the same area. Chemotherapy (anti-cancer drugs) can be used together with other trea...
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May 2008
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Post-operative radiotherapy for ductal carcinoma in situ of the breast
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is characterised by the development of cancerous cells in the milk ducts of the breast and is commonly diagnosed by mammography screening. Surgical removal of the breast offers a good prognosis, however many women and cli...
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Jan 2008
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