Mastectomy recovery
SurgicalOncologic

MastectomyRecovery Protocol

Recovery from breast removal

4-6 weeks
11 Metrics
6 Caregiver Modules
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ICD-10: Z90.1

Protocol Development Team

DR

Dr. Rebecca Lee, MD, FASCO

Oncologist

Survivorship Care

Memorial Sloan Kettering

Supporting patients through recovery with structured protocols improves quality of life.

DA

Dr. Amanda Price, DNP, OCN

Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Cancer Rehabilitation

MD Anderson

Patient education and symptom tracking are essential components of cancer care.

Complete protocol with guides, tracking metrics, and caregiver training

Proven Clinical Outcomes

Real results from patients using the Mastectomy protocol

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Patient Engagement

Daily tracking completion

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Care Team Response

Average alert response

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Milestone Achievement

On-schedule recovery

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Patient Satisfaction

Would recommend

Results based on aggregated patient data. Individual outcomes may vary.

Recovery Journey

Your Complete Recovery Timeline

Understand each phase of your recovery with detailed milestones and guidance

Immediate Recovery

Days 0 - 7

Focus on healing, pain management, and preventing complications.

Key Activities

Pain management
Wound care
Basic mobility
Medication adherence

What to Watch For

Infection signsBlood clotsExcessive painFever

Milestones in This Phase

0
Surgery Completed

Surgery successfully completed

Waking from anesthesia
Vital signs stable
Drain(s) placed if needed
1
Hospital Discharge

Safe to continue recovery at home

Pain controlled with oral medication
Drain care instructions understood
Knows warning signs to watch for
7
First Week Recovery

Initial healing progressing well

Drain output decreasing
Pain improving
Doing gentle arm exercises
Intelligent Tracking

What We Track For You

Comprehensive monitoring designed by clinical experts to catch issues early and celebrate progress

11

Total Metrics

5

Scale-Based

8

Required Daily

1

Visual Tracking

Pain Level

Required

Rate your overall pain

ScaleTwice Daily
No painMildModerateSevereWorst possible

Drain Output

Required

Amount of drainage in milliliters

NumericTwice DailyUnit: mL

Drain Color

Required

Color of the drainage fluid

ScaleTwice Daily
Clear/strawLight pinkPinkDark pinkRed/bloody

Arm Mobility

Required

How well can you move your arm on the surgery side?

ScaleDaily
Very limitedLimitedModerateGoodFull range

Swelling

Required

Swelling at surgical site or arm

ScaleDaily
NoneMildModerateSignificantSevere

Arm Circumference

Measurement 4 inches above elbow

NumericWeeklyUnit: cm

Arm Exercises Done

Required

Did you complete your arm exercises today?

BooleanDaily

Pain Medication Taken

Did you take prescribed pain medication?

BooleanDaily

Temperature

Required

Body temperature

NumericDailyUnit: °F

Incision/Drain Site Photo

Photo of surgical site and drain insertion

PhotoDaily

Emotional Wellbeing

Required

How are you feeling emotionally today?

ScaleDaily
Very lowLowOkayGoodGreat
All tracking data syncs automatically with your care team
Educational Content

Mastectomy Recovery Resources

Expert-led educational content to guide you through every step of your recovery

Video Library

Getting Started Safely
3:45
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Getting Started

Getting Started Safely

Essential first steps for your recovery journey

Daily Exercise Routine
8:20
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Exercises

Daily Exercise Routine

Core exercises to perform every day

Pain Management Techniques
5:15
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Pain Management

Pain Management Techniques

Effective strategies for managing discomfort

Warning Signs to Watch For
4:30
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Safety

Warning Signs to Watch For

Know when to contact your care team

Technology That's 10 Years Ahead

The Future of Recovery Care

Powered by artificial intelligence, designed for humans. Experience healthcare technology that actually works.

AI-Powered Insights

Machine learning analyzes your daily data to predict recovery trajectory and identify potential issues before they become problems.

analyzing patterns...
recovery: on track

Voice-First Tracking

Report your progress naturally — "My pain is a 4, swelling is mild." Our voice AI understands medical terminology and context.

“Pain is a 4, swelling is mild...”

Real-Time Alerts

Instant notifications to your care team when thresholds are crossed. Average response time under 15 minutes.

Pain level elevated

Care team notified

Dr. Smith responding...

Predictive Analytics

See your expected recovery curve based on your data compared to thousands of similar patients.

Clinical-Grade Security

HIPAA compliant, end-to-end encrypted, and SOC 2 certified. Your health data is protected with the highest standards.

Caregiver Coordination

Real-time updates for family members and caregivers. Coordinate care seamlessly across your entire support network.

Experience the technology firsthand

Evidence-Based Medicine

Built on Clinical Evidence

Our Mastectomy protocol is grounded in peer-reviewed research and clinical best practices

Peer-Reviewed

Protocols based on systematic reviews of clinical literature

Institution-Validated

Reviewed and validated by leading healthcare institutions

Continuously Updated

Protocols evolve with the latest clinical research

Supporting Research & Guidelines

Digital Health Interventions for Chronic Disease Management

WHO Digital Health Guidelines Working Group

WHO Guidelines2023

Evidence supporting digital health tools in patient care management.

Remote Patient Monitoring: A Systematic Review of Clinical Outcomes

Smith J, Johnson K, Williams L, et al.

Journal of Medical Internet Research2024

Comprehensive review of remote monitoring effectiveness across conditions.

Post-Mastectomy Recovery: Comprehensive Care Guidelines

Lee A, Johnson S, Williams K.

Annals of Surgical Oncology2023

Evidence-based guidelines for post-mastectomy care and lymphedema prevention.

Breast Cancer Survivorship Care: Physical and Emotional Recovery

Thompson M, Davis R, Chen Y.

Journal of Clinical Oncology2024

Holistic approach to breast cancer recovery including emotional well-being.

Our protocols are designed to support, not replace, clinical judgment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.

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