Breast Surgery
It is predicted that by 2020, there will be 10 million new cancer cases yearly in the developing world, of which 6 million will die (WHO). The incidence of cancer is increasing due to change in lifestyle, diet and other variety of factors. Early detection can help patient to seek the treatment on time and can prevent the further spread of the cancer.
Mohmand Hospital Breast Clinic provides a unique, comprehensive and multidisciplinary breast care program with a full spectrum of clinical and support services, from screening and diagnosis to treatment planning and counselling. Our team members include breast surgeon, breast radiologists, pathologists, nurses, mammography and ultrasound technicians, physical and occupational therapists, nutritionists etc.
At Mohmand Hospital Breast Clinic, we also perform mammography as well as ultrasound guided stereotactic biopsies for non-palpable breast lesions.
With the multidisciplinary approach, we ensure that
When a breast problem is identified, a variety of specialists are available to plan your care and to answer questions.
The planning and sharing of knowledge and opinions among team members ensures that the best possible treatment plan is developed for you.
Your care is coordinated as you are referred to other medical specialties and during different phases of treatment within the hospital.
Any woman who has following manifestation should visit the Breast Clinic
Breast mass (painful/painless)
Persistent breast pain not responding to simple measures
Nipple discharges or eczema
Inward turning of nipple
Skin of the breast or nipple tethering
Request for assessment by a woman with a strong family history of breast cancer
Any abnormality in the mammography, if already done
Women above the age of 40 for screening of breast cancer
Women below the age of 40, with any one of the “risk factors”