Breast Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common pathogen isolated in breast infections?
A
Staph aureus
2
Q
What is the first-line treatment for a breast abscess?
A
Surgical intervention (needle aspiration) then antibiotics
3
Q
What is the first-line management of non-severe lactational mastitis?
A
Continue to breastfeeding to allow adequate milk removal with NSAID analgesia
4
Q
Compared with postoperative chemotherapy, which is the most significant benefit of preoperative chemotherapy?
A
Reduction in mastectomy rate
