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Conservation breast treatment: a viable option locally
Singapore Medical Journal
|February 1, 1989
Summary
Breast-conserving surgery, including lumpectomy and irradiation, offers satisfactory cosmetic results for early-stage breast cancer. This approach may encourage earlier treatment seeking among women concerned about mastectomy.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Breast-conserving surgery is common in Western countries but not locally.
- Late-stage tumors and small breast size are barriers to this approach.
- Patient fear of mastectomy can delay treatment seeking.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and cosmetic outcomes of breast-conserving surgery locally.
- To assess lumpectomy and irradiation as an alternative to mastectomy for breast cancer.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 25 breast cancer cases treated with lumpectomy and irradiation.
- Assessment of cosmetic results post-treatment.
Main Results:
- Satisfactory cosmetic outcomes were observed in the treated cases.
- The follow-up period was short, indicating a need for longer-term data.
Conclusions:
- Lumpectomy and irradiation are viable breast conservation options locally.
- This technique may improve early detection rates by reducing fear of mastectomy.