Department of Surgery

• Breast Surgery
• 2025-07-30

Breast Surgery at Madinah Teaching Hospital, Faisalabad

 

Surgery of the breast is a very selective field of modern medicine, which treats a variety of diseases, such as breast cancer, non-cancerous diseases of the breast, inborn deformities, and the correction of their cosmetic defects. Our breast and surgery services at Madinah Teaching Hospital in Faisalabad are tailored to provide patient-centered care and clinical excellence coupled with surgical accuracy. All our trained professionals help deliver the safest and most effective treatment to each patient with a full insight into his or her medical condition, needs, and recovery commitments.

The Knowledge of the Significance of Breast Surgery

Surgery on the breast is not restricted to treating cancer only. There are a great number of women (as well as men) who have breast-related health issues that necessitate a surgical procedure. These can be such types of pain as cysts, breast abscesses, fibroadenomas, ductal issues, men having gynecomastia, or inherent defects in the shape or development of the breast. In addition, females with asymmetry issues, droopiness, or other aesthetic issues can choose breast surgery that will help them regain their balance, self-esteem, and physical comfort.

Functional and aesthetic are the functions of surgery in such cases. Early intervention not only solves the medical problem but also helps to avoid complications and rebuild the body image and mental state of the patient. The same goes at Madinah Teaching Hospital, where we treat every case, we may be performing a life-saving mastectomy or a minor removal of a cyst, as serious; we provide high standards of surgical planning and follow-up.

Breast Cancer and Surgical Management

Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women globally and is a major health concern in Pakistan. The key to the survival and long-term prognosis of an ailing heart is to get it detected early, diagnose it properly, and provide surgical intervention at an early stage. The  Teaching Hospital of Madinah has a complete set of surgical services available to patients with breast cancer in cooperation with the oncology and diagnostic departments.

Breast cancer surgical procedures: Lumpectomy removes the tumor but most of the breast is preserved, mastectomy removes the breast tissue partially or all of it, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and axillary lymph node dissection. The decision on the type of surgery depends on the level of cancer, size of tumor, location, and the general condition of the patient, as well as their preference.

Our breast surgeons will work together with radiologists, pathologists, as well as oncologists to chart out individualized treatment plans. Imaging and biopsies before the surgery assist in validating the diagnosis, and all surgical patients are tumor-boarded. There is also a post-operative arrangement involving chemotherapy or radiotherapy, where needed, to make sure that the cancer has been taken care of.

Early Detection and Screening Programs

MTH highly recommends periodic screening and awareness as an early form of detection. Women who are over 40 years old are recommended to take mammograms every year, whilst those who are younger are recommended to routinely perform breast self-exams. The diagnostic imaging unit in our hospital provides high levels of specialized mammography, ultrasound services in the breast, and MRI to identify the defects at an earlier stage.

Patients who exhibit peculiar symptoms like lumps, lumpiness, appearance of nipple discharge, skin dimpling, or alteration in the size or shape of the breast are encouraged to see our breast care team as soon as possible. They have diagnostic confirmation by fine needle aspiration (FNA), core biopsy, or excisional biopsy, and they also offer fast-track services on suspicion of malignancy.

Early diagnosis not only saves lives but can also give a chance to do breast-conserving procedures rather than a complete mastectomy. Our free consultation camps and community awareness activities in terms of public health campaigns are very important in terms of community awareness and early detection of cases.

Types of Breast Surgery at MTH

At Madinah Teaching Hospital, we have full surgical services for benign and malignant conditions of the breast. Every operation is meticulously conducted with adequate safety as well as resultant aesthetic implications, particularly where the child patients and post-mastectomy victims are concerned.

Lumpectomy is a procedure that is performed only on the tumor and a part of the tissue around the tumor. It is usually a cancer treatment accompanied by radiotherapy, but it helps the patient to save most parts of the breast. Mastectomy can be done in case the cancer is widespread or frequent, or in case the patient prefers it to be removed along with tissue. Other variations of it are skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomies, which enable superior cosmetic outcomes, particularly when applied before reconstruction.

Reconstructive surgery can be done with the tissue of the patient (either in the abdomen or the back) or silicone implants to reshape the breast. Depending on the health status of the patient, the process can either be made immediately after mastectomy or in a staged approach. The knowledge level and experience of our surgical team members are traditionally high, as well, since they are familiar with methods of flaps and putting the implants safely and naturally.

Cyst excision, abscess drainage, duct excision, and nipple correction are some of the surgeries that are conducted on benign cases. They are usually short processes, least involvement of hospital stay, and are undertaken with local or general anesthesia (depending on the sophistication).

Male Breast Conditions and Gynecomastia

Women are not the only ones who experience breast conditions. Gynecomastia is a condition of the enlargement of the breast tissue that results in the growth of the breast as a result of hormonal imbalance, drugs, or medications. Numerous men have gynecomastia. This situation may lead to physical troubles as well as emotional pressure. Surgery on gynecomastia includes both suction and removal of glandular tissue, which can have a very good cosmetic outcome.

MTH provides male breast disorder consultation and treatment with all the guarantees of the highest level of privacy, medical professionalism, and rehabilitation after an intervention.

Patient Support and Pre-Operative Counseling

MTH provides comprehensive counseling to every patient who undergoes a breast surgery to ensure that the patient is in full understanding of the procedure, risks involved, outcomes, and post-surgery recovery. The psychological and spiritual side of breast surgery, particularly in cases of cancer, is not overlooked. Our counseling team will give individual counseling to the patients so that they can overcome the fear and anxiety of undergoing surgery.

Such pre-operative assessments are executed in detail with the help of standard lab tests, ECG, chest X-ray, and anesthesia clearance. Patients are educated with regard to fasting rules, medication changes, and rules regarding admission to the hospital. Such preparation eliminates surgical complications and makes the patient more confident in the process of healthcare.
 

Post-Operative Care and Recovery

The process of recovering after having undergone breast surgery differs according to the kind and magnitude of the surgery. The Madinah Teaching Hospital provides post-operative care, which encompasses analgesia, wound dressing, physiotherapy in case of need, and follow-ups at scheduled intervals. Dressing services, monitoring of infection, management of drains, and emotional support are offered to patients who have undergone major surgery such as a mastectomy.

In cosmetic or reconstructive surgeries, the team will set aesthetic goals to satisfy the patients. Our nurses and surgeons will provide you with in-depth directives on how to perform home treatment, exercise restrictions, and how you can get back to regular activity. Patients should also be advised that they should report in the case of any signs of an infection, swelling, or pain during the healing process.

Psychological counseling would be extended in selected cases to help in the mental health of the patients, particularly those who have undergone cancer-related surgeries. The hospital is a patient-centered environment that is caring in nature, which facilitates physical and emotional recovery.

State-of-the-Art Equipment and Highly Invested Workforce

The breast unit of MTH boasts a state-of-the-art infrastructure, state-of-the-art diagnostic support, and the proper equipping of operating theatres. We also have skilled consultant surgeons, assistant surgeons, anesthesiologists, and breast care certified female nursing staff.

We have modernized electrosurgery equipment, quality suturing devices, and international standards of sterilization. The department works together with other clinical departments such as pathology, oncology, radiology, and the ICU to make sure of comprehensive patient care.

We have fully furnished operating theatres to deal with both major and minor operations in the breast, such as oncoplastic surgeries and reconstructive surgeries. There is also round-the-clock emergency surgical backup for breast abscesses that are emergentinfectedon, or traumatic cases.

Education, Research, and Training in Breast Surgery

As a teaching hospital, MTH is committed to academic excellence and clinical research. Our Department of Surgery includes postgraduate training programs recognized by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan. Trainees are actively involved in breast surgery rotations, case discussions, and research projects.

The breast surgery unit also participates in audits, publishes case studies, and collaborates with national cancer registries for data contribution. This academic environment fosters updated clinical practices, ensures peer-reviewed care, and keeps our protocols in line with international guidelines.

Why Choose MTH for Breast Surgery in Faisalabad?

The locality of Madinah Teaching Hospital is a small region and thus, it is one of the few other hospitals that provide all the bt surgesurgeriesr one roof. The process of early detection, complex reconstructions, and many others is dealt with by the well-trained professionals with the help of modern tools and with a patient-centered attitude.

The ethical nature of the hospital, the level of transparency in the course of treatment planning, and economic delivery of care enhance its reliability in and around Faisalabad. This source of comfort could be seen in our female patients having trained female staff and also having a consulting room.

MTH quality, safety, and compassion make sure that when a patient comes to breast surgery, that patient is taken care of not just in the operating room, but also that the patient is treated with dignity, education, and awell-beingin the long term.