BOSTON—Breast cancer patients undergoing lumpectomy with repair of the defect report a higher level of sexual well-being two years after surgery than patients whose lumpectomy defect is not repaired, according to new research.
“Patient satisfaction tends to be high after lumpectomy, but we’re always looking at ways to improve patient outcomes. In this study, we wanted to see if there is any improvement in patient outcomes if the surgeon repairs the lumpectomy