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Partial Mastectomy

Partial or Segmental Mastectomy or Quadrantectomy

The surgeon removes more breast tissue than with a lumpectomy. The cancerous area and a surrounding margin of normal tissue are removed, and radiation therapy is usually given after surgery for six to eight weeks.

WebMD Medical Reference provided in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic

Edited by Paul O'Neill, MD on September 01, 2006
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