Fibroadenomas are solid, non-cancerous breast lumps that most commonly occur in women aged 15 to 35. They can have firm, smooth or rubbery texture, and are characterized by a well-defined shape. Typically painless, they are easily moved under the skin when examined. Fibroadenomas vary in size and may change in volume spontaneously.
Fibroadenoma is a type of benign breast tumor that develops in the breast tissue, containing a combination of connective and glandular tissues.
Although such formations are not cancerous, after consultation and thorough examination a cosmetic surgeon may recommend surgery for their removal if the lump is large, painful, or interfering with your quality of life.
Fibroadenomas can be removed using several different methods, depending on their size, placement and nature. The first method is traditional excisional biopsy for large formations, which removes the entire lump along with some surrounding tissue.
Lumpectomy, also referred to as excisional biopsy, takes approximately an hour. After the lump is removed, the doctor applies traditional stitches to close the wound. This procedure is considered to be a significant intervention and is performed under general anaesthesia. However, most patients do not require an overnight hospital stay, and they can return home on the same day after the surgery.
Before the lumpectomy, the cosmetic surgeon evaluates your overall health history to determine potential risks. You will also need to stop taking blood-thinning medications before the procedure.
Smaller fibroadenomas can be removed using a procedure called vacuum-assisted excision biopsy. This is a relatively simple procedure that involves smaller incisions. The doctor then removes the fibroadenomas using a vacuum device, with ultrasound guidance. Since this procedure is less invasive, a local anaesthesia is used instead of general. Suture placement is not necessarily required.
Another option for small fibroadenomas is a freezing technique called cryoablation. A small incision is made, and needle-guided freezing agent is used to destroy the transformed tissue.
In any case, a comprehensive examination by a specialist is necessary. Alpha Cell Medical Center is a modern innovative clinic staffed with experienced doctors with extensive practical experience, including a renowned plastic surgeon.
Fibroadenoma is a type of benign breast tumor that develops in the breast tissue, containing a combination of connective and glandular tissues. It poses no malignant risk. Although such formations are not cancerous, they may be surgically removed if the lump is large, painful, or interfering with your quality of life.
Fibroadenome does not have potential for malignant transformation. Though there are certain types of breast cancer which may be misidentified as fibroadenoma. Routine mammography and other types of breast cancer diagnostics are strongly recommended for all adult women regardless of age.
The exact causes of fibroadenoma remain to be unraveled. A connection between fibroadenomas and reproductive hormones has been suggested which may explain why they present themselves during reproductive years, increase in size during pregnancy, and regress post-menopause. Currently, genetic predisposition is being researched, though there is no strong data available up to date.
Sometimes it does. Palpatorily fibroadenoma is characterized by pathological sensation (burning, stabbing pain), pronounced volume of dense consistency, round or oval in shape, easily movable.
The removal of fibroadenomas does not contraindicate breast augmentation surgery. In this case, the implants are placed deeper than the breast tissue, under the muscle and do not come into contact with the fibrous tissue.
