A mastectomy is a surgical procedure to remove breast tissue, typically used to treat breast cancer. The entire breast, including the nipple and areola, or just the tumor and some surrounding tissue may be removed depending on the stage and type of cancer. Reconstruction methods vary from simple closure to more complex procedures like breast reconstruction.
A mastectomy is a surgical procedure to remove breast tissue, typically used to treat breast cancer. The entire breast, including the nipple and areola, or just the tumor and some surrounding tissue may be removed depending on the stage and type of cancer. Reconstruction methods vary from simple closure to more complex procedures like breast reconstruction.