Oncoplastic Breast Reduction Techniques

Introduction to Oncoplastic Techniques

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network recommends oncoplastic volume displacement procedures, which combine generous breast tissue removal with mastopexy techniques, to fill surgical defects and avoid significant deformity 1, 2
These techniques permit removal of larger regions of breast tissue, achieving wider surgical margins while better preserving natural breast shape compared to standard resections 1, 2
Volume displacement is generally performed during the same operative setting as breast-conserving lumpectomy by the same surgeon 1, 2

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network notes lack of standardization among centers and limited availability at some U.S. medical centers 1, 3
Possible necessity for subsequent mastectomy if pathologic margins are positive when further breast-conserving attempts are impractical 1, 4

The American College of Surgeons guidelines suggest that smoking and obesity increase complication risks for all breast reduction types and are considered relative contraindications 5