Surgical oncology is a surgical specialty related to the cure and management of cancer.
The removal and examination of a sample of tissue.
Physician that interprets and diagnoses the changes caused by diseases in tissues and body fluids.
An open biopsy is a procedure in which a surgical incision is made through the skin to expose and remove tissues. The tissue is then examined by a pathologist. In some cases, the lump may be removed along with surrounding tissue.
During this procedure, you will either be given local anesthesia, local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia. This will depend on the patient as well as the size and location of the lump.
The surgeon will make an incision and remove the breast tissue sample and lump if necessary. After the sample is taken, the incision is sutured and a dressing is applied.
Pain medication may be prescribed, and there may be soreness in the area, but generally patients can resume normal activity within a day or two.