Breast and Endocrine Surgery

What is Breast and Endocrine Surgery?

Breast and endocrine surgery includes a wide range of clinical services for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions affecting the breast and endocrine system, including the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. It is advisable to seek advice from a breast and endocrine surgeon when you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

Common breast symptoms:

• A new lump or thickening in the breast or underarm area
• Changes in the size or shape of the breast
• Skin changes on the breast, such as dimpling or puckering
• Nipple discharge, other than breast milk
• Redness or scaling of the nipple or breast skin
• Nipple inversion (when the nipple turns inward)
• Persistent breast pain or tenderness

Common endocrine symptoms:

• A lump or swelling in the neck
• Difficulty swallowing or breathing
• Changes in voice, such as hoarseness
• Weight gain or loss without explanation
• Fatigue or weakness
• Increased thirst or urination
• Changes in menstrual cycle
• Increased hair growth or hair loss

Why Should You Choose Prince Court’s Breast and Endocrine Centre?

One-stop Solution for Comprehensive Breast and Endocrine Care

Prince Court’s Breast and Endocrine Centre is a one-stop centre that provides a wide range of services to patients, including consultation, examination, imaging, and hormone testing for the management of breast and endocrine diseases. You can receive all the necessary care in one convenient location, without referrals or additional appointments elsewhere. This saves time and money while ensuring seamless care throughout your treatment journey.

Advanced Technology

At Prince Court Breast and Endocrine Centre, we use the latest surgical techniques and technology to provide our patients with the best possible care.

• Imaging Modalities
  • Including mammograms and ultrasounds to ensure accurate diagnosis of breast conditions
  • During your breast check-up, these advanced imaging tools will be utilised to examine your breast tissues and identify any abnormalities or potential concerns
    
• Biopsy
  • Percutaneous biopsy: a minimally invasive approach with shorter recovery times, smaller incisions, and less scarring
  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB): often performed with breast reconstructive surgery to achieve better cosmetic outcomes and minimise post-operative complications, completed as a day-case procedure at Prince Court Medical Centre

Multidisciplinary Approach

Our multidisciplinary approach is carefully designed to meet the unique needs of each patient. Our team includes breast surgeons, radiologists, endocrinologists, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and specialist breast nurses who work together to provide the best possible care.

• Proven Track Record from Breast and Endocrine Surgeons
  • Our breast and endocrine surgeons have a proven track record of success in treating both benign and malignant breast and thyroid conditions, with many years of experience and extensive training in the latest surgical techniques.
    
• Tailored Recovery Care from Physiotherapists
  • Our physiotherapists play an essential role in helping patients manage physical symptoms related to breast surgery or other treatments. They develop exercise programmes that help improve range of motion, reduce pain and stiffness, and improve overall physical function. They also provide education and support to help patients manage lymphedema, a condition that can occur after breast surgery. 
• Personalised Nutrition Plan from Nutritionists
  • Our nutritionists work with patients to develop a personalised nutrition plan that takes into account the patient's treatment plan, dietary preferences, and any other medical conditions they may have. A well-balanced diet can help support the immune system, reduce side effects of treatment, and improve overall quality of life.
    
• Compassionate Support from Breast Nurses
  • Our specialist breast nurses provide comprehensive support and care to patients with breast cancer or other breast-related conditions. They act as a point of contact between the patient and other members of the healthcare team, provide education and support related to breast cancer treatments, and assist with symptom management and emotional support. They also play a role in survivorship care, helping patients navigate life after cancer treatment.

   

Common Breast and Endocrine Conditions

• Breast cancer
• Benign breast lumps
• Breast cysts
• Breast infections
• Breast asymmetry
• Thyroid nodules
• Thyroid cancer
• Hyperparathyroidism
• Adrenal tumours

Breast and Endocrine Procedures

• Hormone Test – measures the levels of specific hormones to detect any imbalances or abnormalities, such as thyroid disorders, adrenal gland disorders, etc
• Interventional Breast Radiology – a minimally invasive procedure that uses imaging guidance to perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on the breast, such as biopsies and drainages
• Breast Biopsy: A procedure in which a sample of breast tissue is removed for examination and diagnosis of breast abnormalities, such as lumps or suspicious areas seen on imaging.
  • Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology – a type of biopsy where a thin needle is inserted into a breast lump or suspicious area to extract cells for examination under a microscope
  • Core Biopsy – a type of biopsy where a larger needle is used to remove small cores of tissue from a breast lump or suspicious area for examination under a microscope
  • Hook wire localised biopsy – a procedure where a wire is inserted into the breast to locate and remove a specific area of concern, such as a suspicious lesion seen on imaging
  • Vacuum-assisted biopsy – a type of biopsy where a needle is inserted into the breast and a vacuum device is used to remove a larger tissue sample for examination under a microscope
  • Stereotactic core biopsy – a type of biopsy where multiple tissue samples are removed from a breast lump or suspicious area using a computer-guided needle.
  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) – a procedure where the first lymph node(s) that drain the breast are removed and examined for cancer cells to determine if cancer has spread beyond the breast
• Lumpectomy – a surgical procedure where only the cancerous portion of the breast is removed, leaving the rest of the breast intact
• Simple mastectomy – a surgical procedure where the entire breast tissue is removed
• Modified Radical Mastectomy – a surgical procedure where the entire breast tissue, along with the axillary lymph nodes is removed
• Axillary clearance – a surgical procedure where the axillary lymph nodes are removed to determine if cancer has spread beyond the breast.
• Microductectomy – a surgical procedure where the breast ducts are removed to treat recurrent or multiple nipple discharge
• Surgeries for the Nipple-Areolar Complex – Surgical procedures to remove or reconstruct the nipple-areolar complex, which may be necessary following breast cancer surgery or other conditions
• Surgery for gynaecomastia – a surgical procedure to remove excess breast tissue in men
• Oncoplastic Breast Surgeries (Immediate & Delayed Reconstruction) following mastectomies – a combination of breast cancer surgery and plastic surgery techniques to remove cancer while also preserving the breast's appearance
• Reconstruction of breasts with Implants, LD Flaps, TRAM Flaps or others
• Surgery for thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal gland tumours
• Intraoperative Radiotherapy (IORT) – a type of radiation therapy in which a single high dose of radiation is delivered to the breast tissue during surgery

Other services offered by Prince Court’s Breast and Endocrine Centre

• Consultation and treatment by resident plastic surgeons
• Consultation and treatment by resident radiation & medical oncologists
• Physiotherapist and Nutritionist
• Specialist Breast Nurse Care
• Breast care specialists – Post-mastectomy prosthesis and garments with personalised fitting and advice