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Is the surgical removal of an entire breast and its nipple?
The surgical removal of the breast is called a mastectomy.
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 if a ovary taken out is this considered a partial hysterectomy?
The removal of an ovary via surgery is called an oopherectomy, an hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.
What do they call the removal of mammary gland?
The removal of a mammary gland is called a mastectomy. This is usually done as a treatment for breast cancer or as a preventative measure for individuals at high risk of developing breast cancer.
Are the surgical repair of an artery and a surgical repair of a breast called the same?
No; the surgical repair of a breast or an artery are two entirely different anatomical parts and sites. Surgical repair of an artery is called arterioplasty. Surgical repair of a breasts is mastoplasty
What is an alternative to lumpectomy?
A procedure in which the entire affected breast is removed, called a mastectomy, has been shown to be equally effective in treating breast cancer as lumpectomy, in terms of rates of recurrence and survival.
What surgery is used excise the testicle?
Orchidectomy
What is a removal of a lymph node called?
The removal of a lymph node is called a lymphadenectomy. This surgical procedure is often performed to diagnose or treat conditions such as cancer, infections, or lymphatic diseases. Depending on the extent of the surgery, it can involve the removal of one or more lymph nodes.
What is the removal of a ankle bone called?
Arthroscopic
What is plastic surgery of the veins called?
The generic term is sclerotherapy and includes such cosmetic procedures as the removal of varicose or "spider" veins from the legs.
Where can one find information on male breast reduction?
The process of breast reduction in males is the same as breast reduction in women, however the male breast reduction is called "Gynecomastia". A breast reduction is the reduction via surgery to reduce the size of large breasts, or to implant breast silicon to make a breast larger. The "American Society of Plastic Surgeons" offer information of male breast reduction.
If cosmetic surgery just for women?
These days more and more men are undergoing cosmetic surgery. It is considered one of the fastest growth areas of the industry. The main cosmetic surgery procedures demanded by men include Rhinoplasty ( nose reshaping ) Blepharoplasty ( removal of eyebags ) Gynaecomastia ( removal of so called " man boobs" ) Hair transplants Liposuction
