Mastectomy
The entire breast is removed — an important option for larger tumours, multiple cancers, or patients who choose mastectomy over breast conservation.
What is Mastectomy?
Mastectomy is the complete surgical removal of the breast, including the breast tissue, skin (in conventional mastectomy), and usually the nipple-areola complex. Modern variants — skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy — preserve more skin and can be combined with immediate reconstruction for better cosmetic outcomes. Dr. Abhishek performs mastectomy at Lux Hospitals for patients with larger tumours, multifocal disease, high genetic risk, recurrent cancer, or personal choice — often in collaboration with plastic surgery for immediate reconstruction.
How the Procedure Works
Anaesthesia & Marking
General anaesthesia is given; incision design is marked — considering reconstruction plans if applicable.
Skin Flap Development
Skin flaps are raised carefully to preserve the blood supply while removing all breast tissue.
Breast Tissue Removal
The entire breast is removed from the chest wall, including the fascia of pectoralis major when needed.
Sentinel or Axillary Surgery
SLNB or ALND is performed concurrently based on nodal status and indication.
Reconstruction or Closure
Immediate reconstruction is performed if planned; otherwise skin is closed with drains in place.
Outcomes
Who Needs This Treatment?
- →Definitive local treatment for larger or multifocal breast cancer
- →Eliminates the need for post-operative radiotherapy in many cases
- →Nipple-sparing and skin-sparing variants enable excellent reconstruction
- →Suitable for risk reduction in BRCA-positive patients
- →Immediate reconstruction options preserve psychological wellbeing
- →Definitive option for recurrent disease or when conservation is unsuitable
Mastectomy is not a failure of breast conservation — for many women it is the right choice for safety, simplicity, or peace of mind. With modern reconstruction, the outcomes can be outstanding both oncologically and aesthetically.
— Dr. Abhishek Katha, Consultant General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad
Common Questions
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