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Area of Science:

Oncology
Plastic Surgery
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Oncoplastic surgery (OP) integrates oncological principles with plastic surgery techniques for breast cancer treatment.
Traditional breast-conserving surgeries often result in aesthetic deformities, impacting patient quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the fundamental principles of oncoplastic surgery.
To present key techniques, indications, and limitations of OP in conservative breast cancer surgery.

Main Methods:

Literature review of oncoplastic surgery principles and techniques.
Evaluation of OP's role in achieving oncological safety and aesthetic-functional outcomes.

Main Results:

OP ensures adequate local disease control with free margins.
Immediate breast reconstruction and symmetry are key components of OP.
OP offers improved aesthetic-functional results compared to traditional breast-conserving techniques.

Conclusions:

Oncoplastic surgery represents a significant advancement in breast cancer management.
OP enhances patient quality of life by optimizing aesthetic and functional results.
Further research is needed to explore OP's potential in optimizing surgical timing, reducing adverse effects, and lowering costs.