Latest News

The latest news, updates and statements from the Association of Breast Surgery.

19th October 2022

Delivering real choice: the future of breast reconstruction in England

Breast Cancer Now is working in partnership with the ABS and BAPRAS to call on NHS England to develop a practical plan for breast services that addresses the backlog, removes barriers and ensures timing and fair access to reconstruction for all women who want it.

21st June 2022

ABS Response re the Paterson Inquiry

The ABS has reviewed the Government's response to the Paterson Inquiry

27th May 2022

ABS & BAPRAS Joint Statement on Breast Reconstruction

A joint statement on breast reconstruction from ABS & BAPRAS

14th February 2022

Government response to the Paterson Inquiry

Mark Sibbering has compiled a very helpful summary of the Paterson Inquiry including the recommendations.

23rd March 2020

NCCBP ABP COVID 19 Breast Pathology Guidance

Guidance has been released in relation to Breast Pathology services

23rd March 2020

Guidance on radiation therapy for breast cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic

Guidance has been produced in relation to radiation therapy during the COVID-19 pandemic

17th March 2020

ABS Statement re COVID 19

The ABS issued a statement for its members in relation to COVID 19 on the 15th March 2020

4th February 2020

ABS Statement on the Report of the Independent Inquiry into the issues raised by Paterson

The ABS released a statement on the 4th February 2020

4th April 2019

Updated statement on Breast Implant Safety

The ABS, BAAPS, BAPRAS and MHRA released the following statement on breast implant safety on the 4th April 2019.