Some time ago, a query was sent to the college website referring to the variability of information supplied to patients who had either received or were about to undergo breast surgery. This important topic was referred to the Patient Liaison Group within the College for discussion and action.

The outcome is that a study was carried out, led by Professor Chris Dodds, Vice-President, RCoA, which examined the available literature, checked the views of clinicians expert in this area with the aim of producing a 'best current advice' guide aimed at both patients and medical staff.

In carrying out this study, Professor A D Purushotham, Professor of Breast Cancer, King’s College London and Consultant Surgeon at Guy’s & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust provided the surgical expertise.

The results of this study are now available.

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This page last updated on 08/09/2009