Dr. Shannon Lehr
A lumpectomy (also called a partial mastectomy) is considered “breast-conserving” surgery because only the tumor and a surrounding area of normal breast tissue (called the margin) are removed. Most commonly, lumpectomy is followed by a course of radiation therapy which ensures that any cancer cells in the remaining breast tissue have been killed. Lumpectomies are often an attractive surgical option because it allows women to keep their own breast.
The location, size and type of tumor and the size of the patient’s breast are of primary importance when considering breast cancer surgery options. There are a number of factors that may make breast-conserving surgery not suitable for a breast cancer patient:
The patient’s lifestyle, preferences, family history and psychological outlook should also all be taken into account when treatment decisions are being made. Choosing the appropriate surgical treatment involves a lengthy and detailed discussion between you and your doctor to decide together what is best for your situation.
Learn more about the Inova Breast Care Program at Inova Loudoun Hospital and the Inova Schar Cancer Institute — Peterson Family Breast Center which is slated to open in March 2018.
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