Professor Kefah Mokbel reveals new information about Mastectomy to patients
Professor Kefah Mokbel is internationally recognised as one of London's leading Breast Surgeons. He has pioneered techniques such as ‘ductoscopy’ and skin-sparing mastectomy (SSM). He believes it is vital that all breast cancerAbnormal, uncontrolled cell division resulting in a malignant tumour that may invade surrounding tissues or spread to distant parts of the body. patients are made aware of the latest treatment options as they could have implications on the quality of care that they receive. In association with totalhealth he has begun to write a series of articles describing – in an easy to read style – the latest techniques.
He starts with Radiotherapy, skin-sparing mastectomy and reconstruction.
This article contains the sort of advanced oncology information that would normally only be prepared for the medical journals.
Prof Mokbel says; “Skin-sparing mastectomy (SSM) has become a valid option for women who are undergoing mastectomy and immediate breast reconstruction for early breast cancer. The reason for this is that conventional non skin-sparing mastectomy (NSSM) often results in prominent scars on the new breast and a paddle of skin that is of a different colour and texture to the natural skin. With SSM most of the natural skin envelope is preserved during the immediate breast reconstruction leading to a much better aesthetic outcome. It also reduces the need for surgery on the other breast, which may otherwise be required to give a symmetrical appearance.”
Prof Mokbel goes on to explain the procedures and how they link with other the treatment options (radiotherapyThe treatment of disease using radiation.), how the nipple can be saved and the safety of this reduced approach.
Prof Mokbel is Consultant Breast Surgeon at St. George’s Hospital NHS Trust and the London Breast Institute at The Princess Grace Hospital.
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