Mastectomy

Surgical removal of one or both breasts, partially or completely, to treat or prevent breast cancer.

Mastectomy is recommended for patients with specific symptoms, abnormal test results, or as part of a planned treatment pathway. Your Breast Surgery / Oncology specialist will evaluate your suitability.

Mastectomy is typically performed with General. The anaesthesia team will review your health history and allergies before the procedure.

The typical duration is noted in the quick stats above. This may vary depending on complexity and individual patient factors.

Risks include minor discomfort, bruising, rare infection, and in some cases incomplete results requiring repeat testing. Serious complications are uncommon but are discussed at consent.

Mastectomy has a documented success rate of 92% at accredited centres. Individual outcomes depend on the underlying condition, patient health, and care team expertise.