Breast Care: Malignant Conditions
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Most women with breast cancer have some type of surgery to remove the cancer as part of their treatment.
There are several types of breast surgery. Your cancer care team may recommend a certain surgery based on your medical history and the features of your breast cancer. Or you may have a choice about the type of surgery. It’s important to know your options so you can discuss them with your care team and make the choice that’s right for you. -
Breast-conserving surgery removes cancer in the breast while leaving as much of the breast in place as possible. Usually, some healthy tissue around the tumor and some lymph nodes are also removed. The amount of breast tissue removed will depend on the size and location of your tumor, your breast size, and other factors.
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Some women with breast cancer need radiation therapy in addition to other treatments. Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays or particles to destroy cancer cells.