Is Mastectomy the Only Way to Eliminate Tumors?

Barbara Smith, M.D., Ph.D., Director, Breast Program, Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center
October 4, 2007

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Question: Is a mastectomy the only sure way to get rid of a breast tumor?

Dr. Smith answers the question: 'Mastectomy the Only Option for Tumors?'

Answer: Lumpectomy or mastectomy is a very effective way of getting rid of a breast tumor, and survival is exactly the same with one or the other. Most women will really have the choice between the two options.

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