Breast Lumpectomy in Delhi
Compare hospitals and surgeons offering Breast Lumpectomy in Delhi. Estimated cost: ₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000.
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What is Breast Lumpectomy?
Surgical removal of a breast lump (tumor) while preserving the surrounding normal breast tissue
1-2 hours
0-1 days
2-4 weeks
₹50,000 – ₹1,50,000
General
95%
Why Breast Lumpectomy Is Needed
Performed to remove a breast lump, most often a confirmed or suspected cancerous tumor, while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible, making it the standard breast-conserving option for early-stage breast cancer. It's also occasionally used to remove large or symptomatic benign lumps like fibroadenomas.
Signs You May Need Breast Lumpectomy
A palpable lump or area of thickening in the breast, an abnormal finding on a mammogram or ultrasound, or changes noted during a biopsy that indicate the need for surgical removal are the main triggers. Unlike more advanced cancers, lumpectomy candidates typically have a single, well-localized area of concern rather than widespread disease.
Types of Breast Lumpectomy
Standard lumpectomy removes the lump with a margin of healthy tissue around it, while oncoplastic lumpectomy combines tumor removal with plastic surgery techniques to reshape the breast for a better cosmetic outcome, especially useful for larger tumors relative to breast size. It's frequently combined with sentinel lymph node biopsy to check for cancer spread.
Hospitals offering Breast Lumpectomy (4)
Medanta – The Medicity
Super Specialty
PGIMER Chandigarh
Government
Max Hospital
Multi-Specialty
AIIMS Delhi
Government
Dr. Rahul Verma (Hematology)
Surgeons offering Breast Lumpectomy (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need radiation after lumpectomy?
Yes, radiation therapy is typically recommended after lumpectomy for cancer to reduce the risk of local recurrence, as part of standard breast-conserving treatment.
How much of my breast will be removed?
Only the lump and a margin of surrounding tissue are removed, so most of the breast is preserved, unlike a mastectomy.
Is lumpectomy as effective as mastectomy for cancer?
For many early-stage cancers, lumpectomy combined with radiation has similar long-term survival to mastectomy, though suitability depends on tumor size and other individual factors.
What is the recovery time?
Most patients recover within 2-4 weeks, resuming normal activities gradually as swelling and soreness subside.
Will there be a noticeable change in breast shape?
Some change in shape or size is possible depending on how much tissue is removed, though oncoplastic techniques can help minimize visible changes.