Abstract Oncoplastic Breast Surgery has become standard of care in the management of
Breast Cancer patients. These guidelines written by an Expert Advisory Group; convened by …

This qualitative study aimed to describe and explore the pre and post-mastectomy
experiences of women choosing flat closure after a breast cancer diagnosis. Aesthetic flat …

Objective Surgical procedures intended to treat breast cancer or reduce risk of develo**
the disease typically result in changes to appearance and scarring of the breast area, and …

Background As breast cancer incidence rises among younger women, there is a knowledge
gap regarding the emotional, physical, and social effects of mastectomy, specifically in a …

Even though breast cancer mortality is declining, the diagnosis still poses a huge threat for
the affected woman and her close family. Breast cancer surgery, which often includes …

Aims This study explores how women diagnosed with breast cancer may be supported by
physicians and nurses during physical and existential changes related to oncoplastic breast …

Aim To examine the body image and hopelessness status of early‐stage breast cancer
survivors who received a one‐time dressing change after surgery and were ready to be …

Objective This study explores the experience of body-image changes throughout the
trajectory of breast cancer. Methods We conducted qualitative in-depth interviews with 53 …

Aims To appraise the current literature on the mirror viewing experience of women
undergoing a mastectomy. Design Whittemore and Knafl's approach to integrative reviews …

Aim The research aim was to understand the inpatient experience of women who received
postoperative care for mastectomy surgery in an acute surgical ward. Design A Qualitative …