A mastectomy is the removal of the entire breast. This is called total or simple mastectomy. In a modified mastectomy, the breast is removed along with the lymph nodes under the arm, the lining over the chest muscles, and sometimes part of the chest wall muscles.
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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Sue Barton, PhD, PsyD - Behavioral Health |
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Last Revised
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August 27, 2012 |