Presentation
Familial history of breast cancer in first-degree relatives. BRCA 1 mutation carrier. Prophylactic bilateral mastectomy.
Patient Data
Age: 40 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Prophylactic bilateral mastectomy and implant reconstruction
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Post-operative changes are seen due to bilateral mastectomy and implant reconstruction.
Case Discussion
Prophylactic bilateral mastectomy reduces the risk of breast cancer by at least 95% in women who have a disease-causing mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes and by up to 90% in women who have a strong family history of breast cancer.
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