2. Simple mastectomy information for breast cancer patients
In simple mastectomy, the entire breast is removed, including the nipple and the areola, the darker-colored area of skin around the nipple. This procedure is also called total mastectomy. Simple mastectomy is advised when there is a need or desire.....
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3. OHSU Health Information: Mastectomy
A mastectomy is a surgical procedure in which all or a portion of a breast is removed as a part of a treatment plan for breast cancer. In some cases, mastectomy is performed prophylactically (to prevent cancer from occurring) in women with a high ...
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4. Cancer Information>Treatment>General>Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction
As you consider mastectomy as a treatment option, you should be aware of breast reconstruction, a way to recreate the breast's shape after a natural breast has been removed. This procedure is frequently done, although many women may not be aware t...
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5. USA Today-Consumer Health News, Information and Resources Updated Daily-Cancer-Preventive Mastectomy May Not Lower Risks
FRIDAY, March 26 (HealthDay News) -- Removing a breast after the other breast has been treated for breast cancer does not improve the odds that women with two genetic mutations will be free of disease or live longer, new research has found.
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6. Information for Patients & Families about Mastectomy, Health Facts For You, UW Health, University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison
After hours, weekends, or holidays, call the Hospital Paging Operator at (608) 262-0486 and ask for the surgery resident on call.  Give your name and phone number with area code.  The doctor will call you back.
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7. Mastectomy - News, Information on Mastectomy - NY Times Health Information
For women who carry a genetic mutation that puts them in danger of developing ovarian and breast cancer, prophylactic mastectomy and oophorectomy offer protection.
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8. Mastectomy definition - eMedicineHealth - experts in everyday emergencies, first aid and health information
Mastectomy: A general term for removal of the breast, usually to remove cancerous tissue. The operation can be done in a hospital or in an outpatient clinic, depending on how extensive it needs to be. It takes from two to three hours, with three t...
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