Lumpectomy & Reconstruction Articles

Lumpectomy refers to the surgical removal of the tumor (the ‘lump’) and some of the normal tissue that surrounds it. It is less invasive especially when compared to a full mastectomy. So, it is termed as a ‘breast conserving’ or ‘breast preservation’ surgery.

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Lumpectomy is a surgery that is performed to remove cancer cells or other abnormal tissue from the breast. It is also called as breast-conserving surgery because, unlike a mastectomy, only a portion of the breast is removed. To ensure that all the cancer or other abnormal tissue is removed, a small amount of normal tissue around the lump is also taken.

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Lumpectomy Vs Mastectomy. Breast conserving surgery or total breast removal? Learn the pros and cons of these two breast cancer treatment procedures.

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