Wide Local Excision
Removes the tumour along with a margin of healthy tissue to help ensure all cancer cells are cleared.
Breast cancer care
Breast conservation surgery
Breast conservation surgery removes the cancerous tumour while preserving the rest of your breast, offering a focused treatment option.
Our surgical oncologists assess your tumour, breast size, health and treatment needs to create a personalised surgical plan.
Overview
Removing the tumour while preserving your breast
Breast conservation surgery removes the cancerous tumour along with a margin of healthy tissue, while leaving the rest of your breast intact. It is commonly used for early-stage breast cancer when the tumour is small relative to breast size and can be removed without significantly changing the breast’s shape.
Your suitability depends on factors including tumour size, location, breast size, overall health, and whether the cancer has spread. Our surgical oncologists assess these details carefully and explain whether breast conservation is appropriate, helping you understand the procedure, expected results, and the next steps in your treatment.
How it works
Techniques, the procedure and recovery
The technique depends on the tumour size, location, and amount of tissue that needs removal. Your surgeon will recommend the approach best suited to your case.
Partial Mastectomy
Removes a larger portion of breast tissue with the tumour when it is bigger or wider margins are needed.
Oncoplasty
Reshapes remaining breast tissue after tumour removal to maintain a natural appearance without implants.
Before surgery, your team discusses the surgical plan, reviews your medical history, answers your questions, and explains fasting and medication instructions.
The procedure typically takes 1–2 hours. On the day of surgery, an IV line is placed, and the tumour site may be marked using wire localisation or dye if the lump cannot be felt.
You’ll receive general anaesthesia, so you remain completely asleep and comfortable throughout the procedure.
An IV line is placed for anaesthesia and fluids before surgery begins.
If the lump cannot be felt, its location is marked using wire localisation or dye.
The surgeon removes the tumour with a margin of healthy tissue and sends samples for pathology.
If needed, oncoplasty reshapes the breast before the incision is closed with sutures.
After surgery, you’ll wake up in recovery with some soreness, swelling, and bruising. Most patients go home the same day. Your team provides pain medication and wound-care instructions. Light activities can resume within a few days, while heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided.
Recovery after breast conservation surgery is generally straightforward. You may experience soreness, swelling, and bruising during the first few days. Most patients go home the same day and gradually return to normal activities while following wound-care instructions and avoiding strenuous activity during the early healing period.
You can usually resume light activities within a few days. Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 4–6 weeks. Pain medication can help manage discomfort, while proper wound care supports healing and helps you recover comfortably.
Most patients feel back to normal within a month, although recovery varies depending on individual healing and treatment needs.
Follow-up appointments monitor healing, review pathology results, and discuss radiation therapy or other treatments needed after surgery.
Risks
Risks and complications
Like any surgery, breast conservation carries some risks, though most are rare and manageable.
Bleeding or infection
Bleeding or infection can occur around the surgical site.
Breast shape changes
Removing tissue may cause changes in breast shape or size.
Scarring
Scarring may develop around the incision area during healing.
Numbness or tingling
Numbness or tingling may occur in the breast or underarm temporarily or permanently.
Seroma
Fluid can collect under the skin and may sometimes require drainage.
Positive margins
Cancer cells at the margin may require another surgery to remove additional tissue.
Lymphedema
Arm swelling can occur if lymph nodes are removed during treatment.
We monitor you closely during recovery and address any concerns immediately.
Why SSO?
At SSO Hospitals, breast cancer care combines specialised surgical expertise, advanced technology, and personalised treatment planning to help achieve effective cancer control while preserving the breast whenever clinically appropriate.
Our breast cancer specialists use techniques including breast conservation and oncoplastic surgery, working with the wider oncology team to plan treatment around your tumour, overall health, recovery, and individual needs.
Our specialists
Meet our specialists
Expertise with compassionate care
16+ YrsDr. Jay Anam
Breast Cancer · Breast Cancer Surgery · Breast Conservation Surgery · Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
SSO Cancer Hospital, Ghatkopar West
13+ YrsDr. Niharika Garach
Breast Cancer · Gynaecological Cancer · Peritoneal Surface Oncology · Cytoreductive Surgery · HIPEC · PIPAC
SSO Cancer Hospital, Andheri West
6+ YrsDr. Imaan Rumani
Breast Oncology · Gynaecological Oncology · Breast-Conserving Surgery · Oncoplastic Breast Surgery · Minimal Access Surgery · Peritoneal Surface Oncology · HIPEC · S-LYMPHA
SSO Cancer Hospital, Thane
8+ Yrs
35+ Yrs
8+ YrsDr. Veeresh Kumar Ireddy
Robotic Surgery · Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery · GI & HPB Oncology · Breast Oncology · Thoracic Oncology · Gynaecological Oncology · Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC
SSO Cancer Hospital, Belagavi
35+ YrsDr. Kamran A. Khan
Breast Cancer · Gynaecological Cancer · GI & Colorectal Cancer · Robotic Oncologic Surgery · Organ-Preserving Surgery · Oncoplastic Breast Surgery · Minimal Access Gynaecological Oncology
Saifee Hospital · SSO Cancer Hospital Charni Road
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
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The surgeon removes the tumour with a margin of healthy tissue to reduce the chance of remaining cancer cells.
Removing breast tissue can alter its shape or size. Oncoplastic techniques may help maintain a natural appearance after tumour removal.
The procedure usually takes about one to two hours, depending on the tumour, surgical approach, and individual treatment needs.
Most patients feel back to normal within about a month, although recovery varies between individuals.
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“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
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“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
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“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
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“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
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“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
IMIrshad MulllajiGoogle review
“My wife is under treatment of Dr Chetan Anchan… large bone pathological fracture curettage and reconstruction, successfully done. He is a great man, great doctor, always there for patients.”
NDNikit DoshiGoogle review
“We are truly thankful to Dr. Jay Anam sir, an excellent onco surgeon. The hospital was clean and well-maintained, and staff were professional yet empathetic.”
PSPriti ShahGoogle review
“Dr. Sanket Mehta is a life saving doctor, he treated my father and cured his colon cancer. Ms. Rida from Charni Road branch helped throughout the follow up.”
MWManasi WaghmareGoogle review
“My mother is treated under Dr. Nilesh Chordiya and his team for breast cancer. SSO supported us financially via CM fund approval.”
Care, close to home
Nine centres across Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Belagavi. Choose the closest location and connect with the right specialist.
SSO Ghatkopar
HospitalSilver Point, 7th Floor, Specialty Surgical Oncology Hospital and Research Centre, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Kasturi Park, Maneklal Estate, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400086
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SSO Thane
HospitalFirst Floor, Surgical Speciality Oncology Hospital, Highland Sky Arcade, Shop F, 11A and F-12, Naupada, Thane West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400602
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SSO Hospital Andheri
Hospital2nd Floor, Specialty Surgical Oncology, New Link Rd, above Bellevue Hospital, next to Audi Showroom, Sahakar Nagar, Azad Nagar, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053
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SSO Chembur
Clinic6th floor, Business Point, Ramakrishna Chemburkar Marg, near Savla Hospital, Chembur Gaothan, Kurla, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400071
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SSO Vashi
ClinicNo. 51, Shanti Center Building, 4th floor, Clinic, above Parichay Hotel, Sector 17, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400703
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SSO Charni Road
Clinic9th Floor, Mehta Mahal, 9 B, Shrimad Rajchandraji Marg, Charni Road East, Opera House, Girgaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004
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SRCC
HospitalNh Srcc Children's Hospital, 1-1A, Keshavrao Khadye Marg, Haji Ali, Haji Ali Government Colony, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400034
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Belagavi
Hospital9666A-2/D, behind BUDA Office, Ashok Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Belgavi, Karnataka 590016
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Ahmedabad
Hospitalopp. Pandit Dindayal Upadhyay Auditorium Hall, behind Rajpath Rangoli Road, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054, India
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