One-stop breast clinic
Giving patients rapid access to breast care specialists. Our one-stop breast clinic runs on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
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At Spire Nottingham Hospital you can be seen very quickly, reassured if there is nothing suspicious and if you are diagnosed with cancer we can offer you the most modern and up to date treatment, including all forms of breast reconstruction and symmetry surgery.
At your appointment you will be seen by a consultant surgeon who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of breast disease. There is digital mammography and breast ultrasound scanning available in the clinic with urgent one stop reporting.
Who does breast cancer affect?
The vast majority of people affected by breast cancer are women but a small number of men can also suffer from the disease. The important thing to remember is not all breast lumps are cancerous but regular self examination will detect changes in the breast and if you have any concerns then seek advice.
Early diagnosis greatly enhances the chances of successful treatment. No one should be afraid to come forward if they have concerns however small.
What happens on the day?
You will be seen by a specialist breast surgeon and breast care specialist nurse who will review your medical history and examine you. In addition to a clinical examination, further tests may be carried out to help obtain an accurate diagnosis, for example:
- Mammography - a type of scanning that uses low dose X-rays to examine the breast. It is used to help identify breast cancer in its early stages as it can find cancers that are too small to feel
- Ultrasound is a painless examination of the breast using sound waves instead of X-rays
- Core biopsy - this procedure involves the removal of some tissue from the breast for examination
- Fine needle aspiration - this involves passing a thin needle into the breast to withdraw some breast cells for analysis
What if I need treatment?
The management of your condition will vary depending upon the diagnosis. In many cases it will be possible to reassure patients at their first visit. If a cyst is present, it is usually possible to take out the fluid with a syringe and needle, with excellent results. If a benign (non-cancerous) lump is found, it can be removed.
If tests confirm a diagnosis of breast cancer, your consultant will discuss treatment options with you and all patients are discussed at the breast multi-disciplinary team meetings. Treatment is tailored exactly to your needs and may include a combination of surgery, radiotherapy, hormone therapy, chemotherapy and herceptin.
The majority of patients can be treated with breast conserving surgery but if a mastectomy is required, immediate reconstruction can be undertaken if appropriate.
Sentinel lymph node biopsy is offered as standard to reduce the risk of lymph oedema.
Meet the breast care consultants
Do I need a GP referral?
You will only need a medical referral if you are using your private medical insurance. Referrals can be made by your GP or any other medical practitioner. If you are paying for your own treatment, you will not need a referral.
Breast reconstruction surgery
Breast reconstruction is available for all patients who require it, this can be done during the primary surgery or it can be offered as a staged or delayed procedure.
Women who have had mastectomies several years ago can come just for reconstruction.
Symmetry surgery is also available to give an excellent cosmetic result with uplifts/mastopexies or implants. Nipple reconstruction is also available.
Book an appointment
Call us on 0115 937 7735 today to book an appointment or for more information about our one-stop breast clinic, treatments and prices.
