Fibroadenoma / Cyst Removal
Description
Simple fibroadenomas are benign solid tumors containing glandular and fibrous tissue.
Simple cysts are fluid filled round or oval lumps.
This procedure will involve the removal of a breast lump which is sent to pathology for testing.
There are risks and complications with this procedure.
They include but are not limited to the following.
General risks:
- Infection can occur, requiring antibiotics and further treatment.
- Bleeding could occur and may require a return to the operating room. Bleeding is more common if you have been taking blood-thinning drugs such as Warfarin, Asprin, Clopidogrel (Plavix or Iscover) or Dipyridamole (Persantin or Asasantin).
- Small areas of the lung can collapse, increasing the risk of chest infection. This may need antibiotics and physiotherapy.
- Increased risk in obese people of wound infection, chest infection, heart and lung complications, and thrombosis.
- Heart attack or stroke could occur due to the strain on the heart.
- Blood clot in the leg (DVT) causing pain and swelling. In rare cases, part of the clot may break off and go to the lungs.
- Death as a result of this procedure is possible.