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A structured index of the knowledge pages on this site — title, canonical URL, content type, taxonomy and a one-sentence summary. It does not duplicate full article bodies.
A machine-readable version is available at koreabreastcare.kr/llms.txt. Last reviewed 2026-08-16.
Screening & Diagnosis
How breast imaging, pathology, biomarkers and lymph-node assessment are used before treatment is planned, and what each test can detect or miss.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/screening-diagnosis/
How mammography, ultrasound and MRI are used, and why original DICOM files matter.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/diagnosis/breast-imaging/
- Pathology and Biopsy ReviewArticle
What a pathology report describes and when a second pathology review may be useful.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/diagnosis/pathology-review/
How stage and receptor status (ER, PR, HER2) are established and why they guide treatment.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/diagnosis/staging-and-biomarkers/
Breast Cancer
How breast cancer is diagnosed, staged and treated, and how surgery, systemic therapy and radiation fit together.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/breast-cancer/
Surgery
The main surgical options and the principle of the least extensive operation that provides appropriate cancer control.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/
- Lumpectomy vs MastectomyComparison
How breast-conserving surgery and mastectomy differ and when each is considered; both can be appropriate, decided with the clinical team.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/lumpectomy-vs-mastectomy/
- Breast-Conserving SurgeryArticle
When lumpectomy may be considered and its relationship with radiotherapy and margins.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/breast-conserving-surgery/
- MastectomyArticle
Why mastectomy may be recommended, what it removes and how it relates to radiotherapy and reconstruction.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/mastectomy/
- Nipple-Sparing MastectomyArticle
Eligibility, sensation and reconstruction considerations for nipple-sparing mastectomy.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/nipple-sparing-mastectomy/
- Lymph-Node SurgeryArticle
Sentinel lymph-node biopsy and axillary surgery in breast cancer staging and treatment.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/lymph-node-surgery/
How robotic and endoscopic approaches compare with established techniques.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/surgery/robot-assisted-breast-surgery/
Reconstruction
Implant and autologous reconstruction, timing, radiation and revision.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/
- Implant vs Autologous ReconstructionComparison
How implant-based and own-tissue reconstruction differ in operation, recovery, donor site, radiotherapy and long-term maintenance.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/implant-vs-autologous/
- DIEP Flap vs Implant ReconstructionComparison
How a DIEP flap and implant reconstruction compare and when each is considered.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/diep-flap-vs-implant/
- Immediate vs Delayed ReconstructionComparison
How the timing of reconstruction relates to cancer treatment and radiotherapy.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/immediate-vs-delayed/
- Implant-Based ReconstructionArticle
Tissue expanders, direct-to-implant reconstruction, complications and the effect of radiotherapy.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/implant-based/
- Autologous ReconstructionArticle
Own-tissue reconstruction, DIEP flaps, donor-site considerations and recovery.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/autologous/
- DIEP Flap ReconstructionArticle
How a DIEP flap uses abdominal tissue while attempting to preserve muscle, and its donor-site risks.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/diep-flap/
How radiation interacts with implant and autologous reconstruction and affects timing.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/reconstruction-and-radiotherapy/
Common reasons for revision after reconstruction and what assessment involves.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/reconstruction/revision-surgery/
Patient Questions
Practical answers to questions international patients ask about breast diagnosis, surgery, reconstruction and treatment in Korea.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/questions/
- Medical Records to PrepareArticle
Which imaging, pathology and treatment records to gather before a hospital consultation.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/medical-records/
How a hospital's multidisciplinary team reviews a breast cancer case.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/how-review-works/
- Planning Your StayArticle
How long a stay may be needed and how timelines are planned around surgery and recovery.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/planning-your-stay/
What follow-up may be needed after returning home and how it is arranged.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/follow-up-after-returning-home/
Korea
How breast cancer diagnosis, surgery and reconstruction are approached in Korea and how international patients prepare.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/korea/
An overview of the breast cancer treatment pathway for international patients in Korea.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/
- Cost and PaymentArticle
How costs and payment are approached, confirmed with the medical institution.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/treatment-in-korea/cost-and-payment/
Practical guidance for international patients preparing for breast care in Korea.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/international-patient-guide/
Research & Reference
- Research from KoreaResearch
Structured summaries of breast cancer surgery and reconstruction research from Korean clinical teams, with design, population and limitations.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/research/
- GlossaryReference
Definitions of breast-care terms — BI-RADS, DCIS, HER2, ER/PR, sentinel lymph node, DIEP flap, capsular contracture and more.
https://koreabreastcare.kr/glossary/