‘Umbrella’ technique: An alternative approach to overcoming challenges in breast-conserving surgery

Breast-oncoplastic surgery can cause deformities, particularly following large excisions or radiotherapy. While oncoplastic techniques enhance patient outcomes, they have limitations in complex cases. The present study aimed to introduce the ‘umbrella’ technique to overcome these limitations and optimize both oncologic and aesthetic results.

The present single-center retrospective study, conducted from January, 2022 to December, 2023, evaluated the ‘umbrella’ technique for breast cancer treatment. It included patients with early-stage breast cancer, primarily those who had undergone neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Exclusion criteria included prior breast surgery for unrelated reasons, central tumors and aggressive cancers.

Data on demographics, treatments, imaging, tumor characteristics and post-operative outcomes were collected. Patient satisfaction and follow-up lasted from 1 month to 2 years, with no …