Atilla Soran1, Ayfer Kamali Polat2, Ronald Johnson2, Kandace P McGuire2. 1. Surgical Oncology Department, Breast Program, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Electronic address: asoran65@gmail.com. 2. Surgical Oncology Department, Breast Program, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Numerous studies have shown a trend towards increasing rates of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) in the US. In this review, we will explore the trend, possible causative factors and outcomes from CPM. METHODS: We performed a literature review of all relevant retrospective reviews, clinical trials and review articles regarding contralateral prophylactic mastectomy. RESULTS: Several studies have noted a four to fivefold increase in CPM in recent years; an increase most notable in younger patients. When surveyed, patients report that the most important factors affecting their choice of CPM include fear of cancer recurrence, genetic counseling/testing, family history or additional high risk factors, stress surrounding close follow up, the availability of reconstructive surgery and information provided about contralateral breast cancer (CBC) risk and risk for local recurrence. Women who have undergone CPM do report high satisfaction with the procedure and some studies suggest risk reduction. CONCLUSION: CPM rates have increased across the US and numerous factors have been reported to increase the likelihood of choosing CPM. Despite that bilateral mastectomy is associated with an increased risk of wound and overall postoperative complications for certain populations, this surgery appears to have psychological, cosmetic and possibly oncologic benefit.
INTRODUCTION: Numerous studies have shown a trend towards increasing rates of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) in the US. In this review, we will explore the trend, possible causative factors and outcomes from CPM. METHODS: We performed a literature review of all relevant retrospective reviews, clinical trials and review articles regarding contralateral prophylactic mastectomy. RESULTS: Several studies have noted a four to fivefold increase in CPM in recent years; an increase most notable in younger patients. When surveyed, patients report that the most important factors affecting their choice of CPM include fear of cancer recurrence, genetic counseling/testing, family history or additional high risk factors, stress surrounding close follow up, the availability of reconstructive surgery and information provided about contralateral breast cancer (CBC) risk and risk for local recurrence. Women who have undergone CPM do report high satisfaction with the procedure and some studies suggest risk reduction. CONCLUSION: CPM rates have increased across the US and numerous factors have been reported to increase the likelihood of choosing CPM. Despite that bilateral mastectomy is associated with an increased risk of wound and overall postoperative complications for certain populations, this surgery appears to have psychological, cosmetic and possibly oncologic benefit.
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