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Post a new topicby contentuser on Wed Dec 19, 2007 11:53 am


Overview

Mastectomy is the surgical removal of a breast, currently the most common treatment for breast cancer There are several mastectomy procedures, which are distinguished by the amount of breast tissue and other tissues that are removed. Tumor size and type, cancer stage, and lymph node involvement are factors considered when determining which procedure is most appropriate. Age and overall health also are taken into account.




Types of Mastectomy



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