Breast and other surgical procedures
Breast and other surgical procedures refer to a variety of operations performed on the breast or other parts of the body to treat diseases, improve function, or for cosmetic enhancement. Here’s an overview of the main types:
🩺 Breast Surgical Procedures
These are surgeries related specifically to the breast, commonly performed for medical or cosmetic reasons:
1. Breast Lump Removal (Lumpectomy)
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Removes abnormal lumps or tumors (benign or malignant).
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Often part of breast cancer treatment.
2. Mastectomy
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Surgical removal of one or both breasts, typically to treat or prevent breast cancer.
3. Breast Reconstruction Surgery
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Reconstructs the breast shape after mastectomy.
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May use implants or tissue from other parts of the body.
4. Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty)
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Removes excess fat, tissue, and skin.
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Done to relieve discomfort or for cosmetic reasons.
5. Breast Augmentation
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Enhances breast size using implants or fat transfer.
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Primarily cosmetic.
6. Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
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Raises and reshapes sagging breasts.
🔪 Other Common Surgical Procedures
These surgeries involve various other parts of the body:
1. Hernia Repair (Open or Laparoscopic)
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Fixes a hernia by repositioning and reinforcing weakened muscle walls.
2. Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
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Removal of the gallbladder, often due to gallstones.
3. Appendectomy
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Removal of the appendix, typically in emergency cases of appendicitis.
4. Thyroid Surgery
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Removal of part or all of the thyroid gland due to nodules, cancer, or overactivity.
5. Piles/Fissure/Fistula Surgery
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Treats anal and rectal conditions using minimally invasive techniques.
6. Laparoscopic (Minimally Invasive) Surgeries
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Performed with small incisions using a camera and instruments.
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Used for gallbladder, hernia, appendix, and more.