BREAST SURGERY
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Dr Loots has a special interest in breast health and engages with oncologists, pathologists, radiologist, geneticists, reconstructive surgeons and support groups as part of a multidisciplinary team, making sure you have the best care and full knowledge of your diagnosis. Depending on your symptoms, age and family history we may send you for a Mammogram or Breast Ultrasound prior your appointment.
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We will be able to assist you with the following breast concerns
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Changes in appearance (size, shape, symmetry or skin changes)
Lump or mass
Enlarged underarm lymph nodes
Changes in the nipple (discharge, shape, retraction)
Puckering, dimpling or skin indentation
Pain, swelling or tenderness
Skin changes, rash or redness
Common breast procedures performed
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Needle biopsy
Cyst aspiration
Excisional (surgical) biopsy
Lumpectomy or wide local excision
Total mastectomy
Partial mastectomy
Subcutaneous (nipple and/or skin sparing) mastectomy.
Prophylactic (risk reduction) mastectomy
Sentinel lymph node biopsy
Axillary node clearance
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