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Phantom breast syndrome

K Jamison, D K Wellisch, R L Katz

    Archives of Surgery (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Over half of women experience phantom breast syndrome (PBS) after mastectomy, with most experiencing pain and not reporting it. Psychological factors, like lack of surgeon support, are linked to PBS development.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Psychology
    • Surgical Outcomes

    Background:

    • Mastectomy is a common treatment for breast cancer.
    • Phantom breast syndrome (PBS) and phantom breast pain are significant post-mastectomy complications.
    • Patient-reported outcomes and psychological well-being are crucial in surgical recovery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of phantom breast syndrome (PBS) and phantom breast pain following mastectomy.
    • To identify psychological factors associated with the development of PBS.
    • To explore patient reporting behaviors regarding post-mastectomy symptoms.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 41 women undergoing mastectomy was studied.
    • Prevalence of PBS and phantom breast pain was assessed.

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  • Psychological variables, including perceived surgeon support and emotional impact of mastectomy, were evaluated.

    • Main Results:

    • 54% of women experienced PBS, with 80% of those reporting phantom breast pain.
    • 58% of women did not report their symptoms to physicians.
    • Perceived lack of emotional support from surgeons and the belief that emotional problems stemmed from mastectomy differentiated women with PBS.

    Conclusions:

    • Psychological factors, particularly surgeon support, play a significant role in phantom breast syndrome development.
    • Early identification of at-risk patients is crucial for prevention and treatment strategies.
    • Addressing psychological aspects of mastectomy may mitigate PBS incidence and impact.