Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research
  • Year: 2021
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 3

External breast prosthesis for post mastectomy women

1Assistant Professor, Christian College of Nursing, Neyyoor

2Principal, Christian College of Nursing, Neyyoor

Online published on 4 September, 2021.

Abstract

Women who have had a mastectomy for breast cancer have to cope with two major problems: first, that they have cancer, and second, that they have lost their physical appearance. The provision of an appropriate prosthesis breast forms, have an opportunity to choose between then, and to be satisfied with their choice. After mastectomy, the provision of an appropriate breast prosthesis help to improve body image and quality of life and reduce associated emotional distress.

Keywords

Breast Cancer, External Breast Prosthesis (EBP), Post- Mastectomy