Bumrungrad International Hospital
Healthy Breasts with the Breast Center
The breast – an important body part every woman should take care of and pay attention to Breast lumps are the most common problem and often the symptom that prompts a doctor’s visit.
80-90 %
Of all breast lumps,
10-20 % are benign or breast cysts; can become malignant or develop into breast cancer. 18,000 4,800 1 3 More than in women with breast cancer have left this world.
cases of deaths per year
Thai women are diagnosed with breast cancer per year -
Source: Department of Medical Services by the National Cancer Institute
Regular breast exams help with detection of breast cancer in early stages, increasing the chance of a cure.
3 2 Ultrasound For those under 35:
techniques of breast cancer screening
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Breast inspection and palpation by specialist
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Digital mammography and ultrasound
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Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) (in cases with high risks)
Testing methods for those with abnormal findings in the breast
Digital mammography and ultrasound For those over 35:
Breast cancer screening with digital mammography and ultrasound to detect breast cancer in an early stage when no symptoms are present
to get immediate diagnosis and complete treatment, giving the patient a good prognosis and a chance to be cured
Total Health Care Solutions
Comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, treatment and care • Breast cancer • Breast lumps • Breast pain • Fascia
Seamless collaboration
Fully integrated care
• Breast cysts • Mastitis
Breast Center, Bumrungrad Hospital
• Other breast issues
Most non-cancerous breast tumors do not need to be surgically removed. However, if necessary, there are two approaches for removal:
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Normal surgery
A non-operative approach using extremely cold temperatures to destroy tumor cells with only a 3-mm incision, with no need for hospital stay Cryoablation (for patients with indications):
removing the breast lump (lumpectomy)
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Mastectomy an breast reconstruction
Breast conservation surgery (lumpectomy)
Total mastectomy
Breast cancer treatment guidelines
Immunotherapy
Chemotherapy
Targeted therapy
Radiation
Antihormonal therapy
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key principles for breast cancer treatment at Bumrungrad
Results available
72 hours*
Screening exams
Meeting with breast specialist surgeon
within
Fast Diagnosis
Breast biopsy
*Over 98% (Eusoma Benchmark 95*)
Fast Treatment 2 Excellent Outcome 3
Treatment plans are prepared promptly, including surgery scheduled within one week . Detection of cancer in early stages and fast treatment likely boost treatment e ectiveness and the chance of survival.
*Eusoma Benchmark 80% (within 6 weeks)
High survival rate, Low recurrence rate. Incidence of post-operative complications at Bumrungrad Hospital in 2023 Treatment results and safety
Infection after breast cancer surgery -
Repeat surgery due to complications within 72 hours - less than 1 %
0 %
Shoulder movement above 90 degrees possible immediately after surgery*
100 %
allowing normal daily activities –
*With physical therapy programs before and after surgery, and post-operative follow ups
Seamless collaborations of medical team specialists
Multidisciplinary Team Breast Conference to achieve targeted, precise treatment with few side e ects and better treatment results
Surgical oncologists
Laboratory sta , radiologic technologists, physical therapists, nutritionists and pharmacists
Pathologists
Oncologists
Cancer radiologists
The expertise of breast surgeons at the heart of Bumrungrad
At Bumrungrad, we have breast specialist surgeons with expertise in breast surgeries for cancer and for other breast-related diseases as well as for breast reconstruction for the patient to regain feminine identity and good quality of life.
1 3 More than out of women diagnosed with breast cancer sadly lose their life. breast cancer risk assessment questionnaire. Early detection increases the chance of survival. We invite you to take our online
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