noun
- surgical removal of all or part of a breast, typically as treatment for breast cancer
Usage: medical
Examples
- She underwent a mastectomy after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
- The surgeon explained the different types of mastectomy procedures available.
- Recovery from a mastectomy typically takes several weeks.
- Many women choose reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy.
- The oncologist recommended a double mastectomy as a preventive measure.
- Support groups help patients cope with life after mastectomy.