The Breast Centre @ Changi offers a one-stop comprehensive breast service in the testing, diagnosis and treatment of all breast conditions. Staffed by mainly female doctors and nurses, the wards, operating theatres and radiology suites at the Breast Centre at Changi General Hospital, Singapore are well-equipped with advanced technology and equipment. It is also the first centre in Singapore to use ultrasound elastography to assess breast lesions, which provides the doctor more information to assess if a patient needs to have a biopsy.
If any tests are necessary, they will be conducted on the same day of your doctor’s consultation and the results will be available as soon as possible. Professional Breast Care nurses and mainly female staff are close at hand to provide emotional support.
The Breast Centre @ Changi is located on Level 3 of the Clinic Block at Changi General Hospital, Singapore. We believe in patient-focused service, where the comfort, privacy and convenience of all our patients are our top concern.
The Breast Centre @ Changi offers a range of breast cancer screening packages that are specially tailored for women of different age groups. For more information, please contact Appointment Centre at Tel : 6850 3333.
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One thousand Singaporean women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, one of the highest rates of breast cancer in the world. One fifth of these only seek treatment when they are at the late stage of breast cancer.
In a research study conducted by The Breast Centre @ Changi and published in the Singapore Medical Journal, 52% of 1,000 women surveyed thought that a breast lump is cancerous only if there is pain in the breast. About half also thought that the removal of the whole breast or breast surgery was the only treatment for breast cancer. This is a myth. If detected early, breast cancer can be treated without the need for major surgery or chemotherapy.
Click here for some common breast cancer myths.
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We treat a range of benign breast conditions:
- Breast lumps
- Nipple discharge
- Breast infection / abscess
- Gynecomastia (enlarged male breasts)
- Assessment of abnormal mammogram and/or ultrasound
Surgery for benign breast lumps at Changi General Hospital, Singapore is done as a day-surgery procedure without the need for admission. The wound is covered with a waterproof dressing, allowing the patient to bathe immediately after surgery. The stitches (if any) do not require removal as they are made of absorbable material.
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Mammotome® is a special device that allows for a breast lump to be removed with a needle through a small incision. It is performed under local anaesthesia. However, not all lumps are suitable for Mammotome® biopsy and the doctor will assess and advise you.
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We offer a comprehensive range of surgical options for breast cancer:
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy
- Axillary sampling
- Axillary clearance
Patients requiring surgery for breast cancer are admitted to Changi General Hospital, Singapore on the morning of their surgery. Recovery from breast cancer surgery is usually fast, thus patients are allowed to consume food after surgery. Most are well enough to get out of bed the next day and can be discharged. They will be reviewed at the clinic three days later. The Breast Centre @ Changi nurses can be contacted anytime should patients have any problems after discharge.
Read more about surgery for breast cancer here:
IPG: Breast Cancer Surgery
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Breast reconstruction is to create a breast form to replace the breast tissue after mastectomy. It can be done immediately after a mastectomy or at a later stage. There are many different types of reconstruction:
- Implant reconstruction
- TRAM flap reconstruction
- LD flap reconstruction
The doctor will assess and advise the most suitable type for you.
The Breast Centre @ Changi offers a Positive Appearance Service for patients who do not want breast reconstruction. Instead, they can still look good by wearing a specially designed bra and breast form. A trained female expert will individually assess and do a fitting for the patient in complete privacy.
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At the Breast Centre @ Changi, we offer breast cancer patients and their families:
- Breast Counselling Service, run by two dedicated Breast Care nurses;
and
- Breast Support Group made up of nurses, volunteers and breast cancer survivors. Psychiatrists and psychologists are also at hand, upon request.
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Various free events are conducted throughout the year for breast cancer patients and their families to attend. These include group therapy, workshops on how to cope with cancer and our “Look Good, Feel Good” programme by Estée Lauder experts.
Breast cancer management involves a team of dedicated doctors, nurses and paramedical staff. We bring all the experts together at Changi General Hospital, Singapore to provide world-class, seamless and affordable healthcare to our patients.
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To read more about breast cancer in our Health Library:
All about Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer & You (video)
25 Breast Cancer Myths
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