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What is the name of the procedure of a breast lobectomy and segmental mastectomy?
mastactomy
What are the expected results of a mastectomy?
A mastectomy is performed as the definitive surgical treatment for breast cancer. The goal of the procedure is that the breast cancer is completely removed and does not recur.
Which procedure involves the surgical removal of an entire breast and many of the surrounding tissues?
The procedure that involves the removal of an entire breast and the surrounding tissues is called a radical mastectomy. This procedure is performed surgically and usually takes some time to do.
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 is the goal of the surgeon during a of modified radical mastectomy?
The surgeon's goal during this procedure is to minimize any chance of local/regional recurrence; avoid any loss of function; and maximize options for breast reconstruction.
Why should venipuncture be avoided on the affected side when a patient has had a mastectomy?
A patient who has had mastectomy may have blood drawn. You should avoid the side that has had lymph node dissection.
Will Medicaid cover reconstructive surgery after mastectomy?
Your provider will know whether Medicaid covers this procedure.
What is a mastectomy fitter?
A mastectomy fitter is a person who takes great pride in fitting a breast cancer patient with prosthesis and bras to replace tissue removed during a surgical procedure or radiation.
When a patient has a mastectomy venipuncture should be avoided on the affective side because the?
avoid fracture
When a patient has had a mastectomy venipuncture should be avoided on the affected side because?
avoid fracture
What procedure in which the tumor and a margin of healthy tissue are removed with a diagnosed with breast cancer and treated this surgically with what?
Mastectomy
Why can't you use iv in arm of a mastectomy?
Because of vascular flow issues commonly seen with this procedure
