Reconstructing Hope: A Collaborative Approach to Breast Cancer Care
The symposium, "Breast Reconstruction after Cancer Surgery: A Collaborative Approach," brought together leading experts to highlight the pivotal role of interdisciplinary collaboration in post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.
Esteemed professionals, including Dr. Sadia Nazeem, Consultant Breast and General Surgeon at RMI, and Dr. Bushra Rehman, Consultant Breast Surgeon, joined Dr. Sami Ullah, Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, and Dr. Irfan Haider, Consultant Clinical and Radiation Oncologist from Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, to share their insights and expertise.
Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction, an essential component of comprehensive breast cancer care, plays a significant role in enhancing a patient's quality of life, body image, and psychological well-being.
During the session, the experts discussed various reconstructive modalities available, emphasizing the need to tailor procedures to individual patient-specific factors. These factors include the oncologic characteristics of the malignancy, body habitus, and patient preferences. The discussion also explored the integration of advanced surgical techniques in reconstructive procedures and addressed the impact of adjuvant radiotherapy on reconstructive options.
The experts stressed the critical importance of close collaboration between breast surgeons and plastic and reconstructive surgeons to optimize patient outcomes.
Attendees gained valuable insights into the latest advancements in the field, expanding their understanding of the complexities and evolving practices in post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.
The experts underscored the necessity of a multidisciplinary team approach to deliver personalized, comprehensive care for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment.
