Personalised Care, Trusted Expertise: Mavis Clinic Unraveled

🔷 Breast Cancer Surgery & Treatment

Compassionate, Comprehensive Care for Breast Cancer

Dr. Nasir Ahmad Bhat offers expert evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical treatment for breast cancer, combining modern surgical techniques with a compassionate, patient-first approach. With advanced training in Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgical Oncology, Dr. Bhat delivers personalized care focused on preserving both health and quality of life.

🔹 Understanding Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the cells of the breast. It is one of the most common cancers affecting women, though men can also be affected. Early detection and timely, expert surgical care are key to achieving successful outcomes.

Common symptoms of breast cancer include:

• A lump or thickening in the breast or underarm

• Change in size or shape of the breast

• Nipple discharge or inversion

• Skin changes over the breast (dimpling, redness, etc.)

🔹 Diagnosis & Evaluation

Dr. Bhat works closely with radiologists and oncologists to provide a comprehensive diagnosis. Diagnostic tools may include:

• Clinical Breast Examination

• Mammography

• Ultrasound or MRI of the breast

• Biopsy (Fine Needle Aspiration or Core Needle Biopsy)

🔹 Surgical Treatment Options

The type of surgery recommended depends on the type, size, location, and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient’s overall health and preferences.

✅ Breast-Conserving Surgery (Lumpectomy)

Removal of the tumor and a small margin of surrounding tissue, preserving most of the breast.

✅ Mastectomy

Complete removal of one or both breasts, often recommended for larger or multiple tumors.

• Total (Simple) Mastectomy

• Modified Radical Mastectomy – includes removal of lymph nodes

• Skin-Sparing or Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy (where appropriate)

✅ Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy / Axillary Dissection

To determine if the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes in the armpit area.

✅ Oncoplastic Surgery

Combines cancer surgery with plastic surgery techniques to improve cosmetic outcomes, where feasible.

🔹 Advanced Surgical Techniques

Dr. Bhat integrates minimally invasive techniques when possible, including:

• Laparoscopic staging procedures

• Robotic-assisted surgery (in selected cases)

• Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to reduce hospital stay and improve healing

🔹 Multidisciplinary Cancer Care

Breast cancer treatment often involves a team of specialists. Dr. Bhat collaborates with:

• Medical oncologists (for chemotherapy, hormonal therapy)

• Radiation oncologists

• Plastic & reconstructive surgeons

• Pathologists and radiologists

Together, they create a personalized, evidence-based treatment plan for every patient.

🔹 Supportive Care

We understand that a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Dr. Bhat and his team provide:

• Clear, honest communication about your condition and options

• Psychological and emotional support

• Nutritional and post-surgical guidance

• Follow-up care to monitor for recurrence and manage recovery

🔹 When to See a Specialist

You should consult a breast specialist or surgeon if:

• You discover a lump in your breast or underarm

• You have changes in the skin or appearance of your breast

• You have a family history of breast cancer

• You’ve been advised to undergo a biopsy or surgery after imaging