Breast Surgeries

Q1: What breast surgery services are available at Daya General Hospital in Thrissur?

Daya General Hospital offers a comprehensive range of breast surgery services including breast cancer treatment, oncoplastic breast surgery, flap reconstruction, mastectomy with breast reconstruction, axillary lymph node dissection, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and frozen section (intraoperative) biopsy.

All procedures are performed by experienced breast oncology surgeons with over 30 years of collective expertise.

Q2: Is breast-conserving surgery possible at Daya General Hospital?

Yes. Daya General Hospital specializes in breast conservative surgery — an oncoplastic surgical technique that removes the tumor while reconstructing the breast to preserve its natural shape, size, and appearance.

This approach combines cancer surgery with aesthetic reconstruction, offering patients both effective treatment and improved quality of life.

Q3: What happens after a mastectomy at Daya General Hospital? Is breast reconstruction offered?

Yes. Surgeons at Daya General Hospital perform breast reconstruction following total mastectomies.

Using advanced flap reconstruction techniques — where tissue from other parts of the body is used — the surgical team restores the breast’s natural shape and contour as far as possible, helping patients regain confidence and well-being after surgery.

Q4: What is a Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy and does Daya Hospital offer it?

Yes. Daya General Hospital offers sentinel lymph node biopsy — a minimally invasive procedure to determine whether breast cancer has spread to the lymph nodes — as part of its breast cancer staging and treatment approach.

The hospital uses ICG and Indocyanine Green dye technology during lymph node procedures to minimize the risk of postoperative upper limb swelling (lymphedema).

Additionally, an immediate intraoperative histopathological report through frozen section biopsy is available during surgery, enabling the surgical team to decide the most appropriate type of surgery on the spot — avoiding delays and the need for a second procedure.

Q5: What is a Frozen Section Biopsy and why is it important?

A frozen section biopsy is a real-time intraoperative test performed during surgery that serves two critical purposes:

• Confirming a cancer diagnosis in doubtful breast swellings and other suspicious lesions
• Assessing whether the tumor margins are completely clear of cancer cells

Daya General Hospital uses this technique to enable immediate surgical decisions during the operation, helping ensure complete tumor removal in a single procedure and eliminating the need for a second surgery.

Q6: Why should I choose Daya General Hospital for breast cancer surgery in Thrissur?

Daya General Hospital is recognized as a leading breast surgery centre in Thrissur, Kerala, with over 30 years of expertise.

Key reasons to choose Daya include:

• A team of trained and experienced breast oncology and reconstructive surgeons
• Advanced technologies including ICG-guided lymph node procedures and intraoperative frozen section biopsy available round the clock
• A patient-centric, multidisciplinary approach to care
• State-of-the-art infrastructure for diagnostics and treatment
• Both cancer-focused and aesthetics-preserving surgical options under one roof

Q7: Does Daya General Hospital treat all stages of breast cancer?

Yes. Daya General Hospital provides comprehensive breast cancer treatment tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

A multidisciplinary team develops a holistic treatment plan, covering all aspects of care from diagnosis through surgery and recovery.

Q8: Where is Daya General Hospital located, and whom does it serve?

Daya General Hospital is located in Thrissur, Kerala, and serves patients from across Kerala and beyond seeking advanced and trusted breast surgery care.

Q9: Does Daya General Hospital treat benign breast conditions like fibroadenoma? Is scarless surgery available?

Yes. Daya General Hospital offers surgical treatment for benign breast diseases including fibroadenoma and other breast swellings.

These procedures are performed using scarless surgery techniques, ensuring effective removal of the lump with minimal cosmetic impact — so patients can recover with confidence and without visible scarring.

Our team at Daya General Hospital is committed to providing advanced, patient-focused breast surgery care with compassion, expertise, and the latest surgical technologies.