Disgraced Surgeon Defends 'Cleavage-Sparing Mastectomy' at Inquest

Ian Paterson claims the controversial procedure was an adaptation for cosmetic reasons, denying it increased cancer recurrence risk.

Ian Paterson, serving a 20-year sentence for wounding patients, testified remotely at the inquest of former patient Elaine Turbill.
The inquest is investigating the deaths of 62 patients who underwent mastectomies performed by Paterson.
Paterson argued that the term 'cleavage-sparing mastectomy' caused unnecessary hysteria and was not a distinct procedure.
Colleagues raised concerns about residual breast tissue left after Paterson's surgeries, potentially increasing cancer recurrence risk.
Paterson stopped the controversial procedure in 2007 after hospital chiefs requested further research and patient consent.