Breast surgery (Fibroadenoma Excision)

A fibroadenoma is a type of non-cancerous (benign) tumor that can develop in breast tissue. It contains a combination of connective and glandular tissues.

While such lumps aren’t cancerous, your doctor may recommend surgery to remove them if you have a family history of breast cancer, or if the lump is large, painful, or interferes with your quality of life.

Learn what fibroadenoma removal entails, and what you can expect during the recovery process and beyond.

Procedure

While most fibroadenomas don’t require removal, surgery may be recommended if your breast lump is large or painful. A personal or family history of breast cancer may also be a consideration in some cases.

A fibroadenoma may be removed via two different methods, depending on the size. The first is a traditional excision biopsy for large lumps, which removes the entire lump, along with some surrounding tissue.