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MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information
Procedures
BREAST BIOPSY by INCISION


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BASIC INFORMATION


DEFINITION

Breast biopsy by incision is the removal of a lump or cyst from one of the breasts.



REASONS FOR PROCEDURE

  • Signs and symptoms that may indicate breast cancer or the results of mammography are suggestive of breast cancer. Pathologic examination of the removed tissue aids in diagnosis.



    RISK INCREASES WITH

  • Smoking.


  • Obesity.


  • Poor nutrition.


  • Recent or chronic illness.


  • Use of drugs such as antihypertensives; muscle relaxants; tranquilizers; sleep inducers; insulin; sedatives; beta-adrenergic blockers; or cortisone.


  • Use of mind altering drugs, including: narcotics; psychedelics; hallucinogens; marijuana; sedatives; hypnotics; or cocaine.
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    DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE

  • Biopsy is performed under local or general anesthesia.


  • Needles may be inserted into the breast to localize the lump or cyst.


  • An incision is made over the cyst or lump to be removed.


    • surgical breast biopsy


  • The cyst or lump is cut free of surrounding tissue and removed.


    • surgical biopsy


  • Bleeding is controlled with sutures or electrocautery.


  • The skin is closed with sutures or surgical clips. Which usually can be removed about 1 week after surgery.
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    EXPECTED OUTCOME

  • Expect complete healing without complications. Allow about 2 weeks for recovery from surgery.
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    POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS

  • Excessive bleeding.


  • Surgical wound infection.


  • Unsightly scar on breast (rare).


  • In cases of a large biopsy or if tissue removed is close to the skin, there can be some minor changes in the contour of the breast.
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    POST PROCEDURE CARE


    GENERAL MEASURES

  • Hard ridge may form along the incision. The ridge will heal and recede gradually without treatment.


  • Bathe and shower as usual. You may wash the incision gently with mild unscented soap.


  • Use an electric heating pad, a heat lamp or a warm compress to relieve incisional pain.


  • Wear a supportive bra. Apply bandages to the surgical wound, and change them as directed.
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    MEDICATION

  • Antibiotics may be prescribed, if needed to fight infection.


  • Prescription pain medication should generally be required only for 2 to 7 days following the procedure.


  • You may use non-prescription drugs, such as acetaminophen, for minor pain.
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    ACTIVITY

  • Have someone drive you home following the procedure.


  • To help recovery and aid your well-being, resume daily activities, including work, as soon as possible.


  • Avoid vigorous exercise for 2 weeks after surgery.


  • Resume driving 3 to 5 days after returning home.
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    DIET

  • No special diet. However, you should continue following a nutritious dietary plan for a strong immune system and fast recovery from surgery.


    • MoonDragon's Nutrition Information: Adult Regular Diet

    MoonDragon's Nutrition Information, Guidelines, Dietary Recommendations



    NOTIFY YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...

  • Pain, swelling, redness, drainage or bleeding increases in the surgical area.


  • You develop signs of infections: headache, muscle aches, dizziness, or a general ill feeling and Fever.


  • New, unexplained symptoms develop, such as nausea or vomiting.
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