Oncoplastic Breast Conserving Surgery: Aesthetic Satisfaction and Oncological Outcomes

Abstract

Objective:Oncoplastic breast conserving surgery (BCS) involves radical excision of tumors while maintaining the natural breast contours. In this study, we present the results of the oncoplastic BCS surgeries performed in our clinic.Material and Methods:13 breast cancer patients who had undergone oncoplastic BCS were included in this retrospective study. Postoperative photographs and retrospective chart reviews were used to evaluate the results. Aesthetic satisfaction level was verbally obtained from the patients.Results:Oncoplastic BCS was performed using superomedial, superolateral, superior and inferior pedicles. All the patients were highly satisfied with the final aesthetic results and tumor free at the postoperative 12 months.Conclusion:Oncoplastic BCS can achieve favorable results regarding the final aesthetic appearance and tumor control.

Keywords

• breast conserving surgery
• breast cancer
• oncoplastic surgery