Mastectomy
Mastectomy is surgery to remove a breast. On these pages, you can find out more about different types of mastectomy, get help with decision-making, and learn what to expect during and after surgery.
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Current Research on Mastectomy Surgery (view all)
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Why Do Many Younger Women Choose Mastectomy Over Lumpectomy?
A small study has found a number of reasons why younger women opt for mastectomy over lumpectomy plus radiation to treat early-stage breast cancer. Read More
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Insurance Influences Type of Surgery Women Get for Early-Stage Breast Cancer
The type of insurance a woman has affects what type of surgery she has to treat early-stage breast cancer. Read More
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Research Suggests Lumpectomy Plus Radiation Leads to Better Survival for Early-Stage Breast Cancer but Questions Remain
A study suggests that in the real world, women diagnosed with stage I or stage II breast cancer who have lumpectomy followed by radiation have better survival rates than women who have mastectomy. Read More
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