Breast Surgery at Toronto General Hospital

Breast Surgery provides specialist assessment and surgical treatment for patients with breast conditions, including benign breast problems, breast abnormalities and breast cancer. Care may involve diagnostic evaluation, surgical planning, breast-conserving procedures, mastectomy and reconstruction planning according to the patient's individual condition.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost varies according to the type of breast condition, diagnostic investigations, biopsy requirements, surgical procedure, specialist consultations, hospital care, reconstruction needs and follow-up requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is Breast Surgery?

Breast surgery involves surgical procedures used to diagnose, treat or manage different breast conditions.

Breast surgery may be considered for:

• Breast cancer

• Breast lumps

• Benign breast conditions

• Abnormal breast imaging

• Breast tumors

• Recurrent breast disease

• Conditions requiring tissue removal

• Other breast abnormalities requiring surgical assessment

The recommended treatment depends on the patient's diagnosis and individual medical circumstances.

Who May Need Breast Surgery?

Breast surgery may be appropriate for patients who:

• Have a diagnosed breast condition

• Have a suspicious breast lump

• Have abnormal breast imaging

• Have a breast biopsy requiring further treatment

• Have been diagnosed with breast cancer

• Require removal of a breast tumor

• Need evaluation for breast-conserving surgery

• Require mastectomy assessment

• Need a breast surgery second opinion

Breast Surgical Assessment

A detailed specialist assessment may be performed before determining whether surgery is appropriate.

Assessment may include:

• Medical history

• Breast examination

• Review of symptoms

• Review of mammography

• Ultrasound assessment

• MRI when clinically indicated

• Biopsy reports

• Pathology results

• Previous treatment history

• Family history when relevant

Breast Cancer Surgery

Surgery is an important treatment option for many patients with breast cancer.

Depending on the diagnosis, surgical treatment may involve:

• Removal of the breast tumor

• Breast-conserving surgery

• Mastectomy

• Lymph node assessment

• Other cancer-related surgical procedures

The appropriate surgical approach depends on factors such as tumor characteristics, disease stage, breast anatomy and the patient's overall health.

Breast-Conserving Surgery

Breast-conserving surgery involves removing the cancerous area and a surrounding margin of tissue while preserving as much of the breast as possible.

It may be considered for selected patients with localized breast cancer.

Treatment planning may also involve other cancer specialists when additional treatment is required.

Mastectomy

A mastectomy involves surgical removal of breast tissue and may be recommended for certain breast cancers or other specific medical circumstances.

The type of mastectomy depends on:

• Type of breast disease

• Tumor location

• Tumor size

• Disease extent

• Previous treatment

• Patient's overall health

• Individual treatment goals

Lymph Node Assessment

For selected patients with breast cancer, lymph nodes may be evaluated as part of surgical treatment and staging.

Depending on the individual case, this may involve:

• Sentinel lymph node assessment

• Lymph node surgery

• Pathological examination of removed tissue

The appropriate approach is determined by the specialist team.

Benign Breast Surgery

Not all breast conditions are cancerous. Some benign breast conditions may require surgical assessment or removal.

These may include:

• Certain breast lumps

• Fibroadenoma

• Symptomatic benign lesions

• Some cystic or abnormal breast conditions

• Other lesions requiring tissue diagnosis or treatment

Surgery is considered when clinically appropriate.

Breast Biopsy & Pathology Review

Patients with suspicious breast abnormalities may require tissue sampling to establish a diagnosis.

Previous biopsy and pathology reports may be reviewed during specialist assessment.

Further investigation may be recommended when:

• The diagnosis remains uncertain

• Previous results require clarification

• Additional tissue assessment is needed

• The clinical findings do not match previous results

Breast Imaging Review

Existing breast imaging can be reviewed as part of treatment planning.

Relevant investigations may include:

• Mammography

• Breast ultrasound

• Breast MRI

• Other specialized imaging

The imaging findings may help specialists determine whether additional investigation or surgical treatment is required.

Breast Reconstruction Planning

Patients undergoing mastectomy may require discussion regarding breast reconstruction options.

Reconstruction planning may involve:

• Immediate reconstruction

• Delayed reconstruction

• Implant-based reconstruction

• Other reconstructive approaches

The availability and suitability of reconstruction depend on the patient's diagnosis, treatment plan and individual circumstances.

Complex Breast Surgery

Some breast conditions require more detailed surgical planning because of their complexity.

Complex cases may involve:

• Large breast tumors

• Locally advanced disease

• Recurrent breast cancer

• Previous breast surgery

• Previous radiation treatment

• Multiple breast lesions

• Complicated surgical history

Such cases may require multidisciplinary assessment.

Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Care

Breast cancer treatment may involve several medical specialists working together.

Depending on the patient's condition, care may involve:

• Breast surgeons

• Medical oncologists

• Radiation oncologists

• Radiologists

• Pathologists

• Plastic and reconstructive surgeons

• Other healthcare professionals

This approach can support coordinated diagnosis and treatment planning.

Breast Surgery Second Opinion

Patients may seek a breast surgery second opinion regarding:

• Breast cancer diagnosis

• Recommended surgery

• Breast-conserving surgery

• Mastectomy

• Lymph node surgery

• Reconstruction options

• Recurrence

• Previous surgical recommendations

Relevant imaging, pathology reports and medical records can be reviewed by specialists.

International Patient Breast Surgery

International patients seeking breast surgery in Canada should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Mammography reports

• Breast ultrasound reports

• MRI reports

• Biopsy reports

• Pathology results

• Previous surgical reports

• Cancer treatment records

• Laboratory results

• Medication list

• Current specialist recommendations

Complete medical information can help specialists understand the patient's condition and determine an appropriate treatment pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Breast Surgery

Specialized breast surgical care may help:

• Evaluate breast abnormalities

• Diagnose and treat selected breast conditions

• Assess breast cancer

• Determine appropriate surgical options

• Provide breast-conserving surgery when suitable

• Evaluate mastectomy requirements

• Assess lymph node involvement

• Coordinate reconstruction planning

• Provide complex breast surgery assessment

• Provide breast surgery second opinions

Why Choose Toronto General Hospital?

Toronto General Hospital is part of University Health Network in Toronto, Canada, and provides specialized surgical and cancer care through multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Patients requiring breast surgery may benefit from coordinated assessment involving surgical specialists, diagnostic professionals, oncology teams and other healthcare providers according to their individual medical needs.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Breast surgery consultation

• Diagnostic imaging

• Biopsy or pathology assessment

• Laboratory testing

• Pre-operative evaluation

• Surgical procedure

• Anesthesia

• Hospitalization

• Reconstruction when applicable

• Post-operative monitoring

• Follow-up care

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions can breast surgery treat?

Breast surgery may be used to treat selected breast cancers, breast tumors, certain benign breast conditions and other abnormalities requiring surgical management.

2. What is breast-conserving surgery?

Breast-conserving surgery removes the breast tumor and a surrounding margin of tissue while preserving much of the breast. It may be suitable for selected patients depending on their diagnosis.

3. When is a mastectomy recommended?

Mastectomy may be recommended for certain breast cancers or specific medical circumstances. The decision depends on the type and extent of disease and the patient's individual treatment plan.

4. Can I get a second opinion for breast surgery?

Yes. Patients may seek specialist review of their diagnosis, imaging, pathology reports and proposed surgical treatment, subject to applicable hospital requirements.

5. Can international patients receive breast surgery in Canada?

International patients may request evaluation and treatment subject to the hospital's applicable international patient requirements, medical assessment and appointment availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Breast Surgery

Hospital: Toronto General Hospital

Brand: Toronto General Hospital

Country: Canada

Specialty: General & Complex Surgery

Service Type: Breast Surgery

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and appointment requirements

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada