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Preparing foryour procedure

Tests and imaging

Before surgery, in addition to a biopsy of the breast tissue, you may also need to have some tests and imaging including blood tests, a chest x-ray, and an electrocardiogram (ECG).

If any issues are raised by your tests and imaging, your surgeon may postpone or cancel your surgery.

Lumpectomy

Mastectomy

Your anaesthetic options

About the anaesthetic and post-operative pain relief.

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