Search Results for: lumpectomy

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  Lumpectomy vs Mastectomy: What’s the Difference?

  August 8, 2015

  In early stage breast cancer, patients may have the opportunity to choose between a mastectomy or a lumpectomy. Learn more about each treatment option.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care

  Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer surgery, breast cancer treatment options, lumpectomy, mastectomy

  

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  What Are the Most Common Outpatient Surgeries?

  February 10, 2023

  Outpatient surgeries now make up the majority of surgical procedures in the United States. Here are some of the most common.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  What To Expect After Breast Reconstruction Surgery

  February 2, 2022

  Learn more about breast reconstruction surgery for breast cancer patients, including the types of surgery, risks, and recovery time.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Plastic Surgery

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

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  Surgical Excellence, Convenient Care — All in the South Hills

  May 28, 2021

  Located in the UPMC Outpatient Center in Bethel Park, the UPMC South Surgery Center brings expert surgical services to thousands of South Hills patients — close to home.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Care Clinic Opens in West Mifflin

  July 12, 2023

  UPMC's Jennifer Steiman, MD, and Andrew Laman, MD, have launched a comprehensive breast cancer care clinic at the UPMC Outpatient Center on Clairton Blvd.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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  What Are the Different Types of Breast Cancer?

  April 25, 2022

  What are the different types of breast cancer? Your diagnosis will determine your symptoms, screenings, and treatments. Learn more here.Learn More

  Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health

  Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancerDuctal carcinoma, breast cancers, invasive ductal carcinoma, lobular carcinoma, non-invasive breast cancer, non-invasive breast cancerInvasive breast cancer, radiation treatment

  

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  Breast Reconstruction After Cancer: Finding the Procedure That’s Right for You

  April 22, 2022

  Evidence shows women who undergo breast reconstruction may have a better quality of life. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: breast reconstruction, breast surgery

  

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  What Is Ductal Carcinoma? Symptoms, Treatment, and More

  July 17, 2017

  Ductal carcinoma is a type of breast cancer that is either invasive or in situ. Certain risk factors make women more likely to develop ductal carcinoma.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: breast cancer, ductal carcinoma, invasive ductal carcinoma

  

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  Sexual Confidence After Cancer

  May 1, 2017

  Cancer can have an effect on every aspect of your life – including your sexuality. Here are a few ways you can begin to regain your sexuality after cancer.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: cancer, sex and cancer, sexuality and cancer