Axillary Clearance Treatment in India
About Axillary Clearance
Key Highlights
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Provides accurate staging of breast cancer by examining lymph nodes for spread.Helps guide critical post-operative treatment decisions like chemotherapy.Can be therapeutic by removing cancerous lymph nodes.Reduces the risk of local cancer recurrence in the armpit area.Performed by experienced general or oncologic surgeons.
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed metastasis to axillary lymph nodes detected via biopsy or imaging.
- Positive sentinel lymph node biopsy in breast cancer patients.
- Locally advanced breast cancer at initial diagnosis.
- Inflammatory breast cancer.
- Recurrent breast cancer in the axillary region.
- Certain other cancers (e.g., melanoma) with axillary spread.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging.
- Discussion of anesthesia options (typically general anesthesia).
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before surgery as instructed.
- Discontinuation of certain medications like blood thinners as advised by the surgeon.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, risks, and benefits.
- Showering with an antiseptic soap the night before or morning of surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Lymphedema (chronic swelling of the arm) is the most significant long-term risk.
- Infection at the surgical site.
- Seroma formation (fluid collection under the skin).
- Numbness, tingling, or pain in the upper arm, armpit, or shoulder.
- Limited shoulder range of motion or stiffness.
- Nerve injury leading to weakness or sensory changes.
- Rare risks include hematoma (blood collection) and blood clots.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically lasts 1-2 days for monitoring and pain management.
- A drain tube is often placed to remove fluid and is removed after a few days.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medications.
- Gentle arm exercises are started soon after surgery to maintain mobility.
- Stitches or staples are removed in 10-14 days.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting, strenuous activity, and blood pressure checks or injections on the affected arm for a specified period.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, review pathology results, and discuss further treatment.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering axillary clearance in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for axillary clearance in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform axillary clearance. MediFyr helps you compare general surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for axillary clearance compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Axillary Clearance in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing axillary clearance.
vijayawada, India
44 Doctors
John Gupta, a 58-year-old architect and...
John Gupta, a 58-year-old architect and father of two, discovered a small, painless lump in his right armpit during a routine shower. Initially dismissing it, he grew concerned when it didn't disappear after a few weeks. His GP referred him for tests, which confirmed a diagnosis of melanoma that had spread to the lymph nodes in his axilla (armpit). His surgical oncologist, Dr. Sharma, recommended an Axillary Clearance to remove all the lymph nodes in the area to prevent further spread and accurately stage the cancer. John was terrified of the surgery and its potential impact on his ability to draw and use his drafting tools. The procedure went smoothly, but recovery was challenging with initial stiffness, numbness on the inner arm, and the need for physiotherapy to regain full range of motion. The pathology report showed clear margins, meaning all cancerous nodes were removed, giving him an excellent prognosis. Emotionally, John journeyed from fear and vulnerability to immense relief and a renewed focus on his health. He now advocates for regular self-checks and has adapted his drawing technique, feeling grateful for a second chance.
General surgeons for Axillary Clearance
Explore experienced general surgeons who regularly perform axillary clearance and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 31 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 18 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- General surgeon
- 16 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 37 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 26 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 41 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 11 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 10 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 18 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mysore, Mysore
- 39 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 37 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 35 Years Experience
- General surgeon
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore