Dr. Eduard Mension
Dr Eduard Mension is a breast surgeon in Barcelona and secretary of the Breast Cancer Unit at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, one of the internationally recognised reference units in breast disease. He holds the European BRESO certification and is a Doctor of Medicine cum laude from the Universitat de Barcelona.
- Lecturer on the Master's Degree in Breast Cancer, Universitat de Barcelona
- European BRESO certification in breast surgical oncology
- Doctor of Medicine, cum laude (Universitat de Barcelona)
- More than 30 scientific publications indexed in PubMed
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the first consultation with the specialist?
In the first appointment, your studies are reviewed, a clinical assessment is performed, and your diagnosis and treatment options are explained. This is a space to resolve doubts and to plan the path forward calmly and confidently.
What is oncoplastic breast surgery?
Oncoplastic breast surgery is a surgical strategy that integrates oncologic surgery techniques (removal of the breast tumor with adequate margins) with reconstructive and plastic surgery techniques, allowing the treatment of breast cancer while preserving the shape and aesthetic appearance of the breast without compromising oncologic safety.
Its main objective is to ensure local control of the cancer and, at the same time, achieve a satisfactory cosmetic result, reducing the incidence of deformities and improving the quality of life of patients.
What are the benefits of combining oncologic surgery with reconstructive techniques?
Combining oncologic surgery with reconstructive techniques in breast cancer provides significant advantages both from an oncological and a psychological and functional perspective for patients. This comprehensive approach is part of the current standards of quality and multidisciplinary management recommended in clinical guidelines and by specialized societies.
It allows for wider resections, ensuring oncologic margins without compromising aesthetics as much, which can increase the rate of breast-conserving surgery even in cases unfavorable for conventional lumpectomy.
It facilitates immediate remodeling of the surgical defect, optimizing cosmetic and functional outcomes and reducing the risk of permanent deformities.
Oncoplastic and reconstructive techniques objectively improve self-esteem, body image, and the overall satisfaction of patients after oncologic treatment, supporting social and sexual reintegration.
What should I know before undergoing oncoplastic surgery?
It is essential to discuss with the breast team all oncologic and reconstructive options, including alternatives if oncoplastic surgery is not an option or is contraindicated.
The type of recommended technique will depend on the location and size of the tumor, breast morphology, personal history, comorbidities, and individual preferences.
Both the benefits (greater probability of breast conservation, better aesthetic outcome, less functional sequelae) and the potential risks and complications (infection, need for additional surgeries, possible delay in radiotherapy due to postoperative complications) should be considered.
Expected outcomes will be considered during the consultation: the shape, tactile sensation, possible loss of breast sensitivity, and realistic expectations for the final appearance, which may take several months to stabilize.
The specific risks of the chosen technique will also be explained (such as partial loss of grafts, seromas, asymmetries, need for reoperations).
If adjuvant radiotherapy is indicated or there is a history of prior irradiation, these situations may affect the choice of reconstruction and the cosmetic prognosis.
