Breast cancer surgery in Vienna

Diagnosis of breast tumour and breast cancer

Not every lump is malignant. Nevertheless, a suspicious finding should be investigated. As a former consultant surgeon (Oberarzt) at the University Department of Surgery in Vienna, I have many years of experience in the treatment of breast tumours.

Together with specialised physicians

I coordinate diagnostics and treatment with radiologists, oncologists and other specialists and organise the necessary steps.

The first consultation

If there is a palpable lump or an abnormal mammography finding, we discuss your documents and the further procedure. If necessary, I involve specialised radiologists for a second assessment. A tissue sample helps to classify a suspicious finding and to plan the therapy.

The operation

The aim is complete removal of the tumour with a sufficient margin to healthy tissue. Whether and which lymph nodes need to be examined is something we discuss on the basis of your findings. This may include a sentinel lymph node examination. The length of the hospital stay depends on the procedure and how you are feeling.

Breast conservation and aesthetics

In most patients, breast-conserving surgery is possible. In larger tumours, preoperative drug treatment can make breast conservation possible.

In addition to safe removal of the tumour, the best possible aesthetic result is important to me.

Further treatment and aftercare

After the operation, radiotherapy, chemotherapy or anti-hormone therapy may be necessary.

I organise further care with the respective specialists. Even after treatment has been completed, I accompany you with agreed follow-up check-ups.

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