Syrian patient receives breast tumour removal and reconstruction in Guangdong

A 40-year-old Syrian woman underwent removal of a large right-breast tumour and breast reconstruction at Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital. The four-hour operation combined extended excision with reduction, lifting, fixation and reshaping using her own tissue.

Seven years seeking treatment

The patient, identified by the pseudonym Syria, had visited several hospitals over seven years for the tumour, which reached 15 centimetres in diameter. She underwent a needle biopsy locally in 2024 before coming to Guangzhou on a friend’s recommendation.

She first attended another hospital in the city and was told that several operations would be needed. After further enquiries, she sought care at Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital.

By then, the mass was pressing heavily on the chest wall, restricting daily activity and shoulder function. A marked difference between the breasts also caused prolonged psychological distress. An enhanced breast MRI showed the large right-sided mass and a mass in the left breast.

Planning excision and balanced reconstruction

Wang Kun organised a comprehensive assessment and a plan combining extended tumour excision with symmetrical reshaping of both breasts. The operation aimed to remove the tumour while accounting for postoperative appearance.

Under Wang’s guidance, Zhang Liulu and Gao Hongfei performed the combined procedure. They used the patient’s own tissue for reconstruction, with attention to a safe boundary for tumour excision.

The hospital reported complete removal during the four-hour operation and balanced shape, volume and position after reconstruction. The patient and her family expressed satisfaction with the result.

Postoperative support and discharge

One week after surgery, she wrote a letter thanking the doctors and nurses for care and assistance throughout treatment. She had been discharged by the hospital’s September 30, 2025 report.

The breast department also described a dedicated guidance team for overseas patients, providing medical coordination and communication support throughout care.