{"id":985,"date":"2020-01-08T14:47:12","date_gmt":"2020-01-08T14:47:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/?p=985"},"modified":"2025-12-09T21:33:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T21:33:41","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-mastectomy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toplinemd.com\/breast-care-center-of-miami\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-mastectomy\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Mastectomy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Let\u2019s face it. Breast cancer survivors are real-life superheroes. This is due to the intense treatment they face and losses they undergo during the process. One of the most intense and emotional procedures is a breast cancer mastectomy. It is one of the treatment options of breast cancer, so it is good to be aware of what it is and what the odds are that you or your loved one may undergo one. It\u2019s important to note that there are different types of mastectomy that involve different medical approaches and diagnoses. Nevertheless, a consistent theme among all types of mastectomy is breast tissue removal. Each type serves a different purpose and patient. Our personalized approach to breast health at Breast Care Center Miami ensures that you will receive the treatment that is best for you or your loved one.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is a Mastectomy?<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n

Before we dive into the types of mastectomy, let\u2019s define what a mastectomy is in more detail. It is more than just breast removal. A simple mastectomy will encompass a total removal of the breast, nipple, and sometimes the lymph nodes located in the underarm. Depending on how far cancer has spread, you may or may not need a total mastectomy. The good news is that there have been new developments and surgical breakthroughs over the last few years that are less invasive. Some factors that are used to help determine whether you qualify for a mastectomy are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n