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

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Mastectomy, which is the surgical removal of a breast, is the most common treatment for breast cancer There are several types of mastectomy, 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 that are commonly considered to determine which procedure is most appropriate. The age and overall health of the patient also are taken into account.




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