Such a process as a sectoral resection of the mammary gland is an operation whose purpose is to remove part of it or, more simply, a sector. Surgeons use this surgical intervention, first of all, in oncological diseases. The very concept of the sector is rather fuzzy, and it is rather difficult to distinguish it from the point of view of anatomy, but it has been proven that it is precisely such a site that is supplied with blood by one group of vessels, which are easy to tie during the intervention, but clinically each specialist understands this in his own way. The oncological process is usually divided into one that proceeds malignantly, accompanied by rapid growth and metastasis, as well as benign. Benign tumors give a favorable prognosis for life. But be that as it may, they should be removed and thereby restore a normal quality of life.
How is a resection different from a mastectomy, and when is it used?
Sectoral resection is often notis the way to salvation, and then it is necessary to remove the entire gland completely. Together with the gland, all adjacent lymph nodes, which are located in the armpits, are removed. This surgery is called a mastectomy and requires great care during its implementation. Such a tactic of surgical treatment is used in a malignant oncological process. On the contrary, resection is a treatment method that is used in a benign process.
Age and hormones and how to prepare
It's no secret that a woman's reproductive system is directly dependent on hormonal levels. When an imbalance of hormones begins, problems begin, and above all with the breasts. A fairly large percentage of women are prone to the development of breast cancer, and then resection is what can radically cure the patient. Problems with hormones can also affect other organs, this should be taken into account during prophylactic examinations.
Before performing surgical treatment, it is worth finding out all the questions that may arise before carrying out this procedure, and tell the woman about what a resection is and how it will be performed in her case. It is also worthwhile to comprehensively examine the patient and pay special attention to the tactics of anesthesia. Pain relief depends on the complexity of the operation and the severity of the underlying and concomitant diseases. It will not be superfluous to repeat the ultrasound and mammography as well.
Operation tactics
Before performing the operation, it is necessary to draw the outline of the proposed incisions on the surface of the gland, for greater accuracy it is possible and sometimes necessary to use ultrasound. With this approach to the operation, the trauma will be much less, and the cosmetic outcome of the operation will be much better. After anesthesia has been carried out, the surgeon begins to perform his work, who makes the incision. The resection itself is a radial incision of the gland tissue towards the nipple, bleeding stops along the wound.
After removal of the pathological focus, the wound is sutured, and here it is important not to leave cavities, but to capture the bottom of the wound with a ligature. The skin is best sewn up with a cosmetic suture, then the scar will be less noticeable. And drainage is introduced into the wound itself, which will prevent the accumulation of fluid and thereby prevent complications. A sterile bandage is applied over the surgical wound.
It is important that everything that has been removed be subjected to histological examination, and it is best if it is carried out as soon as possible in order to change the approach to treatment if something happens. Further treatment promotes wound healing and prevention of postoperative complications. The stitches, if they do not resolve themselves, are optimally removed for 7-10 days, then the scar will be strong, and there will be fewer traces.
And then what?
Resection is, first of all, an operation, but if everything is done properly, it will not bring danger, but will only help restore the quality of life. An important step in the postoperative period is the prevention of infectious complications. Butthe use of antibiotics, as well as regular care of the postoperative wound, minimize this risk. In addition, drains do not allow blood or exudate to accumulate, which can also become an excellent environment for the development of microorganisms. With the current level of medical care and the qualifications of doctors, the risk of complications is minimized.
