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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Mastectomy in Turkey 2024

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Discover the Best Clinics and Costs for Mastectomy in Turkey 2024

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Turkey, Istanbul
Extensive Experience: Assoc. Prof. Nuri Alper Sahbaz has over 15 years of medical practice, with more than 2000 successful surgeries in laparoscopic, minimally invasive, and oncoplastic breast surgeries. Internationally Certified: Dr. Sahbaz holds esteemed certifications such as the ECFMG from the USA and the European Board of Surgery Qualification, making him one of the 5 surgeons with this accolade in Turkey. Comprehensive Care: The Mastectomy offer includes consultations with both a plastic surgeon and a general surgeon, preoperative tests, general anesthesia, and hospitalization for a complete care package. All-Inclusive Assistance: Language assistance and transfers between airport, hotel, and clinic are provided, ensuring a stress-free experience for international patients. Renowned Facility: Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a JCI-certified medical center, catering to 250,000 patients annually from diverse regions such as CIS, Balkans, and African countries, with state-of-the-art equipment for Mastectomy procedures.
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Turkey, Istanbul
Extensive experience with Dr. Fatih Levent Balci, who has over 19 years of professional practice in the medical field. Comprehensive Breast Cancer treatment includes complex diagnosis and mastectomy with hospitalization included. Renowned medical facility, Medipol Mega Hastaneler Kompleksi, serving over 1,200 patients daily with state-of-the-art technologies like the Da Vinci Surgical System. International patient services such as free airport transfer, interpreter assistance, and accommodation coordination provided. Additional support with free repeated oncologist consultations and a dedicated coordinator for a smooth treatment experience.
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Turkey, Istanbul
Over 38 years of experience with Dr. Cihat Sen, a specialist in perinatology and obstetrics & gynecology since 1980, ensuring deep expertise in Mastectomy procedures. The Mastectomy offer includes a consultation with Dr. Cihat Sen, a private chamber for the procedure, and VIP transfer for enhanced comfort and convenience. State-of-the-art medical facility, Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital, provides an eco-friendly environment which contributes to a patient's psychological comfort and speedy recovery. Patients have praised the attentive patient care, noting the helpful coordination, professional translation services, and post-operative support from the clinic. Although the offer does not specify the duration of stay, patients receive a comprehensive service that covers all aspects of the Mastectomy procedure, including intraoperative sentinel lymph nodes examination.
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4 Recent Mastectomy Reviews in Turkey: Check Real Patient Experience

Mary Daniels • Mastectomy
United Arab Emirates
Jun 15, 2023

Verified review.
I am confident I am going to beat this breast tumor with the help of the wonderful care given at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
I was really nervous about a new breast lump that developed. I reached out to Book I med and explained my situation. I was directed to Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. They did biopsy, ultrasound and PET scan. Although I wanted surgery, doctor explained it wasn't in my best interest and recommended medication instead. Doctors were careful to come up with plan, they didn't rush to make decisions. I had a medical coordinator who assisted in transportation to and from hospital and coordinating tests and doctor visits. I was also assigned an interpreter for Turkish to English.They were both wonderful and it was nice to have assistance and smiling faces when I arrived. They always took time to listen to concerns and answer questions. I met with 2 doctors, a breast cancer surgeon and oncologist. They both were professional and friendly. They met with a tumor board of physicians to discuss my plan.I feel like I got professional care and good treatment plan. The hospital was clean and modern. They did a good job with the tests, I didn't feel any pain from the doctor who did my biopsy. Believe me when you have something as scary as a breast lump you want to be in good hands.I paid for each test and medication individually with credit card. I was told the cost before each purchase. Even though the whole bill wasn't cheap, it's much much lower cost than I could get in United States. As a self pay patient I am glad for that also. So overall even though I was struggling with something really bad(tumor) I feel like I got great and professional care at a decent price. I would truly recommend this to anyone. And Turkey is such a beautiful country with friendly people. There is hidden artwork everywhere. So even though I am going through this ordeal being in beautiful Turkey makes it not so bad. The food here is really good and cheap. I'm staying in Old city which has tons of Cafe restaurants. In your spare time just sitting at a Cafe and watching the myriad of people walking by is fun. I am confident I am going to beat this breast tumor with the help of the wonderful care given at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. Read more less

Anonymous • Breast cancer
Ukraine
Feb 5, 2020

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From visiting the clinic and undergoing examination were only negative impressions. Appointed to the doctor for 10 days at a certain time, and got an hour later! All tests were taken promptly, in 1 day and promised the results and a visit to the doctor in 2-3 days (the doctor himself said that everything needs to be done very quickly, because I needed urgent treatment), and silence .... Irada I didn’t answer calls ... We only got contact with the help of Bookimed employees! In general, we got to the doctor only after a week, and we were told that we needed to do another examination !!! (remembered) In general, we lost time in vain, which is very important for cancer patients, nerves and money ... Many thanks to the girls from Bookimed for support, help and patience Ie !!! I am grateful to Katerina, Daria, Olga and Darina for the help and support !!! I do not recommend Medipole. I am undergoing treatment in another clinic! Read more less

Mastectomy Overview in Turkey

patients recommend -
90%
Surgery Time - 2 hours
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 4 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
Requests processed - 46119
Bookimed fees - $0

How Much Does Mastectomy Cost in Turkey? Find Out Now

updated 4/26/2024
The average cost of Mastectomy in Turkey ranges from 4300$ to 8500$. The offers include a consultation with a surgeon, preoperative tests, general anesthesia, follow-up examination, follow-up visit, individual chamber, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport, and mastectomy. Accommodation is not included.
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Turkey, Istanbul
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Hisar Intercontinental Hospital is a multi-specialty medical center in Turkey, Istanbul, certified by JCI. It offers a wide range of medical care including cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, oncology and weight loss surgery. The center also provides Mastectomy procedure under the supervision of experienced surgeon Dr. Pakize Eker Balcioglu. The offer includes consultation with a surgeon, transfer airport-hotel-clinic-airport, and 2 days stay in the hospital, 4 days stay in the hotel. Patients from CIS, Balkans and African countries often choose Hisar Hospital for medical care and Mastectomy in Turkey.

Mastectomy Patient Experience Reviews
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I was really nervous about a new breast lump that developed. I reached out to Book I med and explained my situation. I was directed to Hisar Intercontinental Hospital. They did biopsy, ultrasound and PET scan. Although I wanted surgery, doctor explained it wasn't in my best interest and recommended medication instead. Doctors were careful to come up with plan, they didn't rush to make decisions. I had a medical coordinator who assisted in transportation to and from hospital and coordinating tests and doctor visits. I was also assigned an interpreter for Turkish to English.They were both wonderful and it was nice to have assistance and smiling faces when I arrived. They always took time to listen to concerns and answer questions. I met with 2 doctors, a breast cancer surgeon and oncologist. They both were professional and friendly. They met with a tumor board of physicians to discuss my plan.I feel like I got professional care and good treatment plan. The hospital was clean and modern. They did a good job with the tests, I didn't feel any pain from the doctor who did my biopsy. Believe me when you have something as scary as a breast lump you want to be in good hands.I paid for each test and medication individually with credit card. I was told the cost before each purchase. Even though the whole bill wasn't cheap, it's much much lower cost than I could get in United States. As a self pay patient I am glad for that also. So overall even though I was struggling with something really bad(tumor) I feel like I got great and professional care at a decent price. I would truly recommend this to anyone. And Turkey is such a beautiful country with friendly people. There is hidden artwork everywhere. So even though I am going through this ordeal being in beautiful Turkey makes it not so bad. The food here is really good and cheap. I'm staying in Old city which has tons of Cafe restaurants. In your spare time just sitting at a Cafe and watching the myriad of people walking by is fun. I am confident I am going to beat this breast tumor with the help of the wonderful care given at Hisar Intercontinental Hospital.
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— Mary Daniels
United Arab Emirates, Jun 15, 2023
Jun 15, 2023 • Verified review.
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Anadolu Medical Center is a world-renowned multidisciplinary facility providing American treatment standards at affordable prices in Istanbul (Turkey). It is renowned for its professionalism, cleanliness, and attention to detail. Patients from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Bulgaria, and Azerbaijan choose Anadolu Medical Center for its excellent standards of health services. Prof. Metin Chakmakchi is an acclaimed oncosurgeon and the Head of the Surgical Oncology Department, offering Mastectomy with Intra Operative Sentinel Lymph Nodes Examination. Patients have benefited from the services of skilled doctors and excellent translators, as well as the support of coordinators and a comfortable recovery room. Anadolu is the perfect choice for a successful treatment and recovery of Mastectomy in Turkey under the care of Prof. Metin Chakmakchi.

Mastectomy Patient Experience Reviews
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Bookimed handed over our documents to Anadolu and the next day we were contacted by the curator Zakhida from Anadolu. The curator sent us a list of hotels with whom Anadolu cooperates under the contract (discount for Anadolu patients), made a reservation and organized a transfer from the airport to the hotel, made an appointment with doctors, for tests, PET CT, etc. and sent us a schedule for November 8. We arrived on November 7, we were met by a transfer from Anadolu and taken to the hotel. The next day, November 8, we went to Anadolu, we were met in the hall by the curator Zahida and the translator Muhamed. Our doctor Sinan. Analyzes, Pet CT, MRI, ultrasound of the heart and even the review of slides, the results are prepared quickly.
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— Алибек
Kazakhstan, Nov 20, 2022
Nov 20, 2022 • Verified review.
Mastectomy With Intra Operative Sentinel Lymph Nodes Examination
$18200 - $22000
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Turkey, Istanbul
90% patients recommend

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Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul is the largest multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul. It is the 1st hospital in Turkeу and the 21st in the world accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI) for the high quality of treatment.

Memorial Şişli specialties are the following: oncology, bone marrow transplant, in vitro fertilization (IVF), neurosurgery, and organ transplant. The success rate of organ transplant at Memorial is 90%.

Patients from 92 countries choose Memorial Şişli for treatment annually.

Mastectomy Patient Experience Reviews
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I am grateful to the bookimed team. They work promptly, are constantly in touch, and help in any situation. I am very glad that I contacted the clinic through bookimed, our doctor, neurosurgeon Gopkalp Sinav, is very experienced, sociable, and attentive. I would like the doctors in Uzbekistan to be the same as in Turkey. The level of medicine is here 👍.
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— Фатима
Uzbekistan, Sep 30, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 • Verified review.
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Turkey, Istanbul
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Memorial Hospital Bahçelievler (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi) is a multidisciplinary medical center in Istanbul with an eco-friendly design. There are a lot of green areas on the hospital territory, which contribute to patients’ psychological comfort and their speedy recovery.

The medical facility specializes in oncology treatments, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, brain surgery, urology, gynecology, general and robotic surgery.

Mastectomy Patient Experience Reviews
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When they learned what was needed in the clinic, they didn’t even know where to run and whom to contact. Coordinators helped to select a clinic. They gave us a doctor. Everything went great, the doctor is a true professional.  Separately, I want to note the attitude to patients. We were met at the airport, brought to the clinic and there was already a translator waiting. Literally "by the hand" we were taken to the doctors, everyone translated. Then they provided a taxi to the hotel.   During the operation, the ward was provided for two people - for the patient and the attendant; both of them were included in the cost of the operation.   After surgery, the doctor held a consultation, making sure that you can fly back. And only then answered questions remotely that arose.  Clinic definitely recommend
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— Anonymous
Russian Federation, Jan 24, 2019
Jan 24, 2019 • Verified review.
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Medipol Mega University Hospital in Turkey is one of the largest and most renowned multi-specialty medical institutions in the country. It offers advanced technologies such as the Da Vinci Surgical System and Cyber and Gamma Knives, as well as specializes in cancer, neurological, and cardiovascular treatment, organ transplantation, bone marrow transplant, and IVF. Patients can receive the cancer staging and Mastectomy procedure for breast cancer treatment along with hospitalization. The doctor in charge for this procedure is Fatih Levent Balci, a highly experienced ophthalmologist with 19+ years of experience and memberships to various medical organizations. To book the procedure, visit Medipol Mega University Hospital and get the best Mastectomy in Turkey.

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Everything is very well organized, fast communication between the doctor, translator, and financial department. We had a problem with housing, they didn’t abandon us at night, the clinic staff helped. We did an examination, so I can’t say about the results of the treatment yet. The facilities at the clinic are wonderful, we consulted with 2 doctors, we have a diagnosis and a treatment method. The radiologist is competent and specialist, but not verbose. I didn’t have enough explanations about the risks, etc., the plastic surgeon explained everything in detail, answered all my questions, he was a very nice person. The organization of the trip is at the highest level, the organization is impressive. The diagnosis has been made, treatment methods have been determined, we plan to come for treatment in six months, because the prices are too expensive for us. I can write about the quality of treatment after treatment.
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— YUliya
Ukraine, Jan 26, 2024
Jan 26, 2024 • Verified review.
Cancer Staging And Masteсtomy | Breast Cancer Treatment (Hospitalization Included)
$8500 - $13500
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Turkey, Istanbul
100% patients recommend

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Dr. Ibrahim Karatas Clinics is a private multi-specialty medical center in Istanbul, Turkey. The team is dedicated to gastroenterology, weight loss surgery, and mammology. According to the clinic’s data, the success rate for gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) is above 95%. Dr. Ibrahim Karatas Clinics serves only adults. 1,000 patients choose to get medical care at the clinic every year. Patients from Europe, the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, Australia, and the CIS countries visit Dr. Ibrahim Karatas Clinics most often.

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Very god and experienced surgeon, I recommend him to everyone who needs bariatric surgery. Unfortunately I can’t say the same about the hospital . The hospital was a big disappointment. Despite nurse Berna it was a big problem to get competent medical care. The staff do not speak English, that is worsening the situation.Very low level of medical qualifications of the nurses . No help from caregivers. I kindly recommend to the surgeon to choose another hospital for the future.
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— Ivanka
Norway, Mar 1, 2024
Mar 1, 2024 • Verified review.
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Turkey, Istanbul
84% patients recommend

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Liv Hospital Ulus is a multi-specialized medical center located in Istanbul.

Orthopedics, cancer treatment, weight loss surgery, neurosurgery, heart surgery and regenerative medicine are the leading specialties in the hospital.

Liv is a smart hospital with innovative medical technologies available: da Vinci robot-assisted system for the surgeries, MAKOplasty for knee replacement, YAG Laser for vascular surgery, virtual angiography for cardiac diagnostics, etc.

Liv Hospital in Istanbul is a popular weight loss surgery clinic in Turkey — patients lose 71% of their excess weight in a year.

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She sent for PET / CT revision made at the Korean clinic Severance Hospital, because Severance made a very dubious short description, more like an unsubscribing. I chose Liv Hospital, assistant Bookimed Alexei and assistant Liv Hospital Lala all organized perfectly, data exchange by e-mail, payment at a reasonable price, three days and the description is ready, done well, in detail and clearly. Bookimed coordinator Aleksey Karaganov is a very caring and highly qualified specialist who helped with the consultation and discussion of the diagnosis.
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— Александр
Russian Federation, Mar 24, 2020
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Turkey, Istanbul
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Valued Med Hub Hospitals is a private multi-specialty medical center located in Istanbul, Turkey. The team specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, organ transplant, and plastic surgery. Valued Med Hub Hospitals  serves both adults and children. Patients from Europe & Commonwealth, CIS countries, and Arab League States visit the clinic most often.

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My whole family against me coming to turkey for this operation from the Us they were very scared and I was a little nervous as well . Wish they could have come and seen how I was treated here like royalty . Hate to admit it but would have never got this kind of service in US. I think everyone here that was involved doctors nurses interpreters drivers and sure left some out behind the scenes. Would definitely recommend and come back again
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— Keith Bertling
United States of America, Nov 14, 2023
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Group Florence Nightingale Hospitals is at the forefront of modern medicine and surgery in Turkey having been founded in 1989 as the first hospital for cardiovascular diseases in the region under the aegis of the Turkish Society of Cardiology. 

All facilities are JCI and ISO accredited. Additionally, Istanbul FNH was also awarded Sign of the City in 2014 and British QHA accreditation in 2015.

Today, there are 4 general hospitals, 2 medical centers, as well as Demiroglu Bilim University which has a medical faculty, a school of nursing and a vocational school of healthcare.

The Group has maintained its reputation for excellence by combining expertise with the highest caliber of staff and healthcare innovation to ensure that each and every patient receives the best care possible.

An American-based international non-profit organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare institutions has given Florence Nightingale the global “Gold seal” for inpatient care and safety of the highest level.

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Dear all, Higlhly recomending the Florence Hospital wich is locating in istanbul. We are very satisfied with the all jobs they did for us. They have a online program BOOKIMED, wich will helps to you all to get a approximatelly quotation and treatment course step by step. Its very comportable and reachable for all. From here began a difficult road which we passed easily with the help of this clinic. The person whos name is Alisher Durdyyev, coordinator of the Florence hospital , took a good care for patient and us as well. Many thanks to him, he did his best. Thank you All.
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— Mariam kimeridze
Georgia, Jan 25, 2024
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Emsey Hospital, one of Turkey's multi-specialty private medical centers, provides health services at the A+ class level hospital. The hospital has ISO and JCI accreditations as a reliable medical center. The facility offers general, surgical, and internal medicine treatments as a general hospital. Emsey Hospital has provided healthcare services to patients worldwide since 2012. The hospital's Advanced Spine Surgery Center performs congenital and complicated orthopedic treatments, from scoliosis to spine fusion surgeries. The Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit is one of the largest BMT units in Turkey, with 45 beds. 

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We liked Emsey clinic very much. we were met from the airport with an interpreter and a driver. then placed in a very good hotel. delicious food was served 2 times at the hotel. The hotel had spacious comfortable rooms with all amenities. On the 1st day we were brought for analysis, on the 2nd day they made a diagnosis, started treatment and we were placed in a ward. Within 5 days, we received the necessary treatment and good service. The doctors were very skilled and experienced. The coordinator Janseit was with us for 1 week and was very helpful in creating all the necessary amenities for us. Thanks to all the staff at Emsey Clinic.
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— Дурдона
Uzbekistan, Nov 13, 2021
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Your Medical Travel Guide: Essential Tips and Advice

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How many days do I need to stay in Turkey?
7 days
How much extra money do I need (additional to the procedure)?
A night in a 5-star hotel on full board basis — $100. A night in a 4-star hotel breakfast included — $50. A night in a 3-star hotel breakfast included — $30. Lunch & dinner — $15.
Some clinics include 4- or 5-star hotel stay in the procedure cost.
Do I need a visa?
For citizens of the UK: visa is not required. For citizens of the USA: online visa is available — $76.50.
For citizens of other countries — please visit ivisa.com to find more details on entry requirements to Turkey.
What payment options are available?
PayPal, cash, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard).
Transfers
Flight tickets to Turkey: are not included in the price.
Transfer: most of clinics provide a free airport-clinic-airport transfer for patients coming for the procedure.

Get a Medical Assessment for Mastectomy in Turkey: Select Your Expert from 14 Experienced Doctors

Turkey, Istanbul
Mustafa Solak
Clinical oncologist
18 years of experience
Hisar Intercontinental Hospital
Mustafa Solak, M.D., who was born in 1978, was graduated from School of Medicine, Hacettepe University. He completed his residency education in İstanbul Sisli Etfal Teaching and Research Hospital and completed his fellowship in Cancer Institute of Hacettepe University.   He has dealt with many cases of Breast Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head-Neck Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancers.   FIELDS OF MEDICAL INTEREST Breast cancer Testicular Cancer Ovarian Cancer Lung Cancer Head & Neck Cancers Gastrointestinal cancers EDUCATİON: Bachelor's: Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Specialization: Istanbul Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital Minor Specialization: Hacettepe University Cancer Institute INSTITUTIONS WHERE EDUCATION AND WORKED The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Hitit University Corum Training Hospital Medical Park Hospital

FAQ about Mastectomy in Turkey

Mastectomy is a radical treatment for breast cancer.

Unlike lumpectomy (tumor removal), mastectomy involves resection of the entire breast.

Indications for total breast removal:

  • a malignant tumor in the breast is large,
  • the tumor cannot be removed from one incision, since there are several foci.

Also, during a mastectomy, regional (axillary) lymph nodes are removed.

Types of mastectomy

  • according to Halsted (removal of pectoralis major and minor muscles and axillary tissue);
  • according to Urban (removal of pectoralis major and minor muscles, axillary tissue and lymph nodes);
  • according to Patty (removal of the mammary gland and pectoralis minor muscle);
  • according to Madden (removal of the gland with preservation of the pectoral muscles).

Benefits of mastectomy:

Disadvantages of breast removal

  • breast loss;
  • longer recovery period after surgery.

Side effects of mastectomy

  • side effects of general anesthesia (dizziness, headache, confusion, nausea, etc.);
  • bleeding;
  • infection;
  • lymphedema.

Lymphedema is swelling of the extremities caused by stagnation of lymph after removal of the lymph node.

Edema can develop immediately after surgery, and after a fairly long time.

Lymph stasis is characterized by:

  • swelling of the limbs, a feeling of heaviness in them:
  • decreased flexibility in the arms and legs;

If you see signs of lymphedema, be sure to tell your doctor about them.
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