An oncoplastic procedure for central and medio-cranial breast cancer

Abstract Breast conserving therapy shows remarkable oncologic results and is eligible for up to 73% of patients with breast cancer. Cosmetic results are good, however, in patients with central or medio-cranial (“no-man's land”) located breast cancer, the cosmetic result may be unsatisfying. The...

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Published in:European journal of surgical oncology 2007-12, Vol.33 (10), p.1158-1163
Main Authors: Fitzal, F, Nehrer, G, Hoch, D, Riedl, O, Gutharc, S, Deutinger, M, Jakesz, R, Gnant, M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Breast conserving therapy
Breast cosmesis
Breast Neoplasms - pathology
Breast Neoplasms - surgery
Breast reduction
Breast surgery
Female
Hematology, Oncology and Palliative Medicine
Humans
Mammaplasty - methods
Mastectomy - methods
Middle Aged
Surgery
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Summary:Abstract Breast conserving therapy shows remarkable oncologic results and is eligible for up to 73% of patients with breast cancer. Cosmetic results are good, however, in patients with central or medio-cranial (“no-man's land”) located breast cancer, the cosmetic result may be unsatisfying. The use of different breast reduction techniques have been shown to increase resection free margins and improve cosmetic results. We report here about the use of the Hall Findlay breast reduction technique for oncoplastic surgery to improve the cosmetic result in 11 patients. The Hall Findlay technique shows good postoperative breast symmetry, all patients had resection free margins above 5 mm and are free of disease at a mean follow-up of 12 months. The technique may be used for breast cancer at various locations and reduces scar visibility and morbidity.
ISSN:0748-7983
1532-2157
DOI:10.1016/j.ejso.2007.04.004