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What else can I help you with?
Is chemo and radiation given before a hysterectomy?
It can be but only if there is cance present as a form of treatment before deciding to remove the organs with the cancerous cells. It is the same reason that chemo/radiation is tried for breast cancer rather than mastectomy etc.
Lymph drainage massage is more effective than what other methods that control lymphedema?
Lymph drainage massage has been shown to be more effective than mechanized methods or diuretic drugs to control lymphedema secondary to radical mastectomy.
What physical shape does a modified radical mastectomy leave a woman in?
A modified radical mastectomy leaves a woman with a more normal chest shape than the older radical mastectomy procedure, and a scar that is not visible in most clothing.
What surgical practice was acceptable but is probably not done today?
Operations for stomach ulcers are now cured by antibiotics instead. Radical mastectomy turns out to be no more effective than breast-sparing surgery.
Removal of the breast?
Removal of the breast is a Mastectomy.
Is this how you spell mastectomy?
Yes, mastectomy is the correct spelling.
What is the Halsted mastectomy also known as?
The radical mastectomy, also called the Halsted mastectomy, is rarely performed today.
What is the most common type of mastectomy?
A modified radical mastectomy is the most common type of mastectomy performed today.
Can you receive disability for chemotherapy?
You can receive dissability benefits for cancer, but not for chemo treatments. Depending on what state you live in you can receive medicaid or medicare and you can receive reimbursement for travel expenses to your chemo treatments. ----------Mel Germany and other countries have much more effective and safe methods for treating cancer, although not covered by insurance.
What is cpt code for mastectomy for gynecomastia?
The CPT code for a mastectomy performed for gynecomastia is typically 19300, which refers to "Mastectomy, partial." If the procedure involves removal of breast tissue and is more extensive, it may be coded as 19303 for "Mastectomy, total." It's important to consult the latest coding guidelines or a medical billing professional for accurate coding based on the specific procedure performed.
What is the duration of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy?
The duration of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy is 2 hours.
What is a radial mastectomy?
a radial mastectomy is when a surgeon removes the entire breast and tissues of a cancerous person
