Mastectomy may contribute to worse sexual health, psychosocial outcomes

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20251003/Mastectomy-may-contribute-to-worse-sexual-health-psychosocial-outcomes.aspx While mastectomy is often a necessary and life-saving treatment option for many women with breast cancer, the surgery may contribute to worse sexual health, body image, and several other physical and emotional challenges after surgery, according to a new systematic review on the effects of mastectomy in women with breast cancer.