Breast Care
Breast Surgery
Dr. Mukhtar Khan provides surgical care for breast lumps, benign breast conditions, and breast cancer, including diagnostic biopsies and appropriate surgical treatment.
What this covers
Assessment & Surgical Care for Breast Conditions
Breast changes can have different causes, from benign conditions to breast cancer. Clinical assessment and appropriate investigations help determine the diagnosis and guide further treatment.
Breast Lumps & Benign Conditions
Evaluation and treatment of breast lumps and non cancerous conditions affecting breast tissue.
Breast Biopsies & Cancer Surgery
Diagnostic biopsy procedures for suspicious breast changes, along with surgical treatment for confirmed breast cancer.
Breast Reconstruction
Reconstructive surgery to restore breast shape and appearance following breast cancer surgery or other procedures affecting the breast.
About the specialty
What Is Breast Surgery?
Breast surgery involves procedures used to diagnose and treat conditions affecting breast tissue, from benign lumps and other non-cancerous conditions to breast cancer.
Diagnostic Procedures
Breast biopsies can provide tissue for laboratory examination when a lump or other breast abnormality requires further evaluation.
Benign Breast Surgery
Selected non cancerous breast conditions may require surgical removal when they cause symptoms, grow, or need definitive diagnosis.
Breast Cancer Surgery
Surgical treatment for breast cancer may involve removing the tumor or affected breast tissue, with the procedure determined by the type and extent of disease.
When to seek assessment
Breast Changes That Need Attention
Many breast changes are benign, but new or persistent changes should be assessed to determine their cause.
Breast Lump
A new lump or thickening in the breast or underarm may require clinical assessment.
Nipple Changes
New nipple inversion, discharge, or changes in appearance should be evaluated.
Skin Changes
Persistent dimpling, redness, thickening, or changes in the breast skin may require further assessment.
Breast Asymmetry
A new or noticeable change in the size or shape of one breast should be medically evaluated.
Conditions
Breast Conditions & Surgical Treatment
Breast conditions range from benign lumps and other non cancerous changes to breast cancer. Assessment helps establish the cause and determine whether observation, biopsy, or surgical treatment is appropriate.
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Breast Lumps
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Benign Breast Disease
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Breast Cancer
Breast Lumps
Breast lumps may result from benign conditions or, less commonly, breast cancer. Clinical examination and appropriate imaging or biopsy help determine their nature.
Benign Breast Disease
Benign breast conditions include several non cancerous changes that may cause lumps, pain, or other breast symptoms. Treatment depends on the specific diagnosis and severity.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer develops when abnormal breast cells grow uncontrollably and may spread to other parts of the body. Surgery can be an important part of treatment, depending on the type and stage of the cancer.
What treatment involves
From Assessment to Recovery
Specialist Consultation
Discuss your breast concerns, medical history, and previous investigations with Dr. Mukhtar Khan.
Clinical Assessment
Examination and appropriate imaging or biopsy help establish the nature of the breast condition.
Treatment Planning
Treatment is planned according to the diagnosis and clinical findings.
Recovery & Follow Up
Postoperative follow up monitors healing and supports recovery after treatment.
Your surgeon
Led by Dr. Mukhtar Khan.
Dr. Mukhtar Khan is a General and Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Islamabad, with clinical experience in general surgery, breast surgery, surgical oncology, and minimally invasive procedures. He completed his MBBS and house job at Liaquat National Medical College, Karachi, followed by FCPS in Surgery from Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC), Karachi.
His practice includes surgical management of conditions involving the breast, thyroid, gallbladder, hernias, and other general surgical conditions.
Common questions
Before you book.
Are most breast lumps cancerous?
No, the majority of breast lumps turn out to be non-cancerous. Still, any new lump should be evaluated to confirm what it is and rule out anything serious.
Is a breast biopsy painful?
Most biopsies are done under local anesthesia and cause only mild, brief discomfort. Your surgeon will walk you through what to expect based on the specific type of biopsy needed.
How is the type of breast cancer surgery decided?
The approach depends on factors like the tumor’s size, location, and stage, along with the patient’s overall treatment plan. This is discussed in detail during consultation so the decision fits the individual case.
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