The Onco Life Podcast
Welcome to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for cancer care insights, treatment updates, and patient-centered education. Hosted by the team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this podcast is designed to guide patients, caregivers, and listeners through every stage of the cancer journey.
Each episode features expert advice from our oncologists, wellness tips, treatment innovations, and answers to the most common questions about cancer types, therapies, and recovery.
🎧 Empowering you with knowledge, support, and compassionate care—every step of the way.
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The Onco Life Podcast
When Is a Mastectomy Needed? Understanding Breast Cancer Surgery Options
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In this episode, we explain when breast cancer surgery involves removing the breast and why mastectomy may be the right option for certain patients.
You’ll learn:
- What a mastectomy is and when it’s recommended
- How tumor size, cancer type, and health risks influence surgical decisions
- The different types of mastectomy: skin sparing, nipple sparing, and total
- Why lymph node evaluation is critical for staging and treatment planning
- Who may need complete breast removal, and what factors impact that decision
- Post-surgery options include reconstruction and follow-up treatments
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or helping a loved one through breast cancer, this episode breaks down what to expect and how to navigate surgical choices with confidence.
Blog Link: When Does Breast Cancer Surgery Involve Removing the Breast?
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Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE
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