December 02, 2024 | Dubai United Arab Emirates
Omar Hamdan
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust , UK
Omar Hamdan is a Specialist Registrar (SpR) in General Surgery in the United Kingdom. After completing his medical degree at the University of Jordan, he went on to pursue his passion for surgery, gaining extensive experience in the field. Dr. Hamdan is currently undergoing advanced surgical training, with a focus on general surgery, and is actively involved in both clinical practice and surgical research. His interests lie in improving surgical outcomes and advancing techniques in patient care. He is committed to furthering his expertise in the field and contributing to the growing body of surgical knowledge.
Introduction: Breast-conserving surgery (BCS) aims to remove tumors while maintaining breast aesthetics. Symmetrizing mammoplasty (SMP) is commonly used to ensure symmetry after BCS, with options including immediate (iSMP) or delayed (dSMP) procedures. This study evaluates the clinical outcomes, patient-reported quality of life, and cost-effectiveness of iSMP. Methods: We analyzed two groups: patients undergoing iSMP (n=14) and those without iSMP (n=37). Outcomes included follow-up visits, Breast-Q Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) for psychosocial, sexual, and chest well-being, and surgical costs. Results: Clinical Outcomes: No significant difference in follow-up visits (p=0.69) or satisfaction rates (p=0.15) between iSMP and non-iSMP groups. Quality of Life (QoL): PROMs showed significant improvement in iSMP patients (p
