brystbevarende

Brystbevarende, also known as breast-conserving surgery or lumpectomy, is a surgical procedure used to treat breast cancer. The primary goal of brystbevarende is to remove the cancerous tumor while preserving as much of the healthy breast tissue as possible. This approach is often considered an alternative to a mastectomy, which involves the removal of the entire breast.

The suitability of brystbevarende depends on several factors, including the size and location of the tumor, the extent of the cancer, and the patient's overall health. It is typically recommended for early-stage breast cancers where the tumor is relatively small and can be completely removed with clear margins. Imaging studies and biopsies are used to determine if a patient is a good candidate for this type of surgery.

Following brystbevarende, radiation therapy is almost always recommended to destroy any remaining cancer cells in the breast and reduce the risk of recurrence. Adjuvant systemic therapies, such as chemotherapy or hormone therapy, may also be administered depending on the specific characteristics of the cancer. Brystbevarende aims to achieve a satisfactory cosmetic outcome while effectively treating the cancer, often leading to a quicker recovery compared to a mastectomy.