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What are other names for a lumpectomy?
Partial mastectomy, quadrantectomy , segmental excision, wide excision, and tylectomy are other, less commonly used names for this procedure.
What is another name for segmentectomy?
The procedure has several variations and many names, including segmental resection, wide excision, lumpectomy , tumorectomy, quadrantectomy , and partial mastectomy.
How is radiation therapy administered after removal of breast tissue?
The radiation usually begins immediately or soon after quadrantectomy, and involves a schedule of five days of treatment a week for five to six weeks
What is a segmentectomy?
Segmentectomy is the excision (removal) of a portion of any organ or gland. The procedure has several variations and many names, including segmental resection, wide excision, lumpectomy , tumorectomy, quadrantectomy , and partial mastectomy.
What improvement to previously practiced treatments for breast cancer does quadrantectomy represent?
Prior to the advent of breast-conserving surgeries, total mastectomy (complete removal of the breast) was considered the standard surgical treatment for breast cancer.
What is the most common surgery in the US?
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the 10 most common Ambulatory (or Outpatient surgeries are:Lens and cataract proceduresOther therapeutic procedures on muscles and tendonsTonsillectomy and/or adenoidectomyOther O.R. therapeutic procedures on jointsExcision of semilunar cartilage of kneeInguinal and femoral hernia repairCholecystectomy and common duct explorationLumpectomy, quadrantectomy of breastMyringotomy (ear tube surgery)Diagnostic dilatation and curettage (D&C)
