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Removal of the breast?
Removal of the breast is a Mastectomy.
If a women had a mastectomy that included the removal of axillary lymph nodes on her left side What can she expect regarding her left arm and why?
After a mastectomy with axillary lymph node removal on the left side, a woman may experience lymphedema in her left arm, which is swelling due to fluid buildup. This can occur because the lymph nodes that helped drain fluid from the arm have been removed. She may also have limited range of motion and increased risk of infection in that arm. Physical therapy and precautions to prevent injury or infection can help manage these issues.
Is a mastectomy a surgical removal of only the cancerous tissue?
Mastectomy is surgical removal of the whole breast. Lumpectomy is surgical removal of only the cancerous tissue.
What is the medical term meaning pertaining to one side removal of a breast?
A mastectomy is the surgical removal of one breast. A double mastectomy is the removal of both.
What is The removal of the mammary glands?
Mastectomy
Breast removal surgery called?
Mastectomy. Please see the related link below
What is the combining form for mastectomy?
The mast- in mastectomy refers to "breast." The suffix -ectomy means "surgical removal."
Why do you avoid venipuncture on the same side as mastectomy?
Venipuncture is avoided on the same side as a mastectomy due to an increased risk of complications, such as lymphedema, infection, and impaired healing. The removal of lymph nodes during the procedure can lead to compromised lymphatic drainage, making the affected side more susceptible to swelling and other issues. Additionally, using the arm on the mastectomy side for venipuncture may cause discomfort and increase the risk of complications for the patient.
Is the surgical removal of an entire breast and its nipple?
The surgical removal of the breast is called a mastectomy.
What is a simple mastectomy?
A simple mastectomy is the removal of only the breast tissue, nipple and a small portion of the overlying skin.
Why cant you draw blood from the same side as a mastectomy?
Drawing blood from the same side as a mastectomy can increase the risk of lymphedema, a condition caused by the removal of lymph nodes during surgery. This can affect the flow of lymphatic fluid and lead to swelling in the arm, making it difficult to draw blood from that side. It is recommended to avoid drawing blood from the affected side to prevent complications.
The term mastectomy relates to what organ?
The breast.The breast.The breast.The breast.The breast.The breast.
