Lumpectomy: With this operation, the surgeon removes the part of the breast where the cancer is located. A border of normal tissue surrounding the cancer and some lymph nodes also may be removed.

If you want to learn about surgeries to treat breast cancer, this is a place to start. We’ll explain surgeries such as mastectomy, lumpectomy, lymph node biopsy, and lymph node removal. For most ...

Many women who are diagnosed with breast cancer face the difficult decision of whether to have a lumpectomy with radiation or a mastectomy with reconstruction. With the availability of study ...

When it comes to surgery, the two main options are mastectomy and lumpectomy (breast conservation surgery), each offering its own benefits and considerations. Dr. Naveen Sanchety, Director of Surgical ...

During a lumpectomy, a portion of the breast tissue is removed to treat a cancer or mass. The purpose of lumpectomy or breast conservation therapy is to treat the cancer or mass without having to ...

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If I'm a candidate for lumpectomy but am also considering a mastectomy, what are some things I should keep in mind? Should my breast density be a factor in my decision-making? ANSWER: Women ...

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