Image - Total (Simple) Mastectomy

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Total (Simple) Mastectomy

Woman with total (simple) mastectomy.

A pink highlighted area indicates tissue removed at mastectomy

B axillary lymph nodes: levels I

C axillary lymph nodes: levels II

D axillary lymph nodes: levels III

More on mastectomy, including frequently asked questions.

 

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