- Radical mastectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the breast and surrounding tissue, often necessary for breast cancer treatment. - It involves the removal of the breast, lymph nodes under the arm, and possibly part or all of the chest muscle. - The surgery aims to eliminate cancerous tissue that may have spread to the lymph nodes and chest muscle. - The procedure may result in the loss of arm muscle strength and permanent changes to the chest's appearance. - Two incisions are made along the middle of the chest, one along the top and one along the bottom of the breast, meeting under the arm. - The breast tissue is carefully separated from the underlying muscles and completely removed. - Lymph nodes, lymph vessels, blood vessels, and nerves within the fat deposit are carefully removed. - The surgical team examines surrounding tissues for signs of disease. - Temporary drainage tubes are inserted for the healing process. - The incisions are closed, and a sterile bandage is applied.
*For a more detailed explanation, watch the complete video at [this link](https://youtu.be/ES1WaXD_37w). Always consult with your healthcare provider for your medical concerns. Take care of your health and stay informed.*
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**PreOp® Mastectomy Radical Patient Education**
- Radical mastectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the breast and surrounding tissue, often necessary for breast cancer treatment.
- It involves the removal of the breast, lymph nodes under the arm, and possibly part or all of the chest muscle.
- The surgery aims to eliminate cancerous tissue that may have spread to the lymph nodes and chest muscle.
- The procedure may result in the loss of arm muscle strength and permanent changes to the chest's appearance.
- Two incisions are made along the middle of the chest, one along the top and one along the bottom of the breast, meeting under the arm.
- The breast tissue is carefully separated from the underlying muscles and completely removed.
- Lymph nodes, lymph vessels, blood vessels, and nerves within the fat deposit are carefully removed.
- The surgical team examines surrounding tissues for signs of disease.
- Temporary drainage tubes are inserted for the healing process.
- The incisions are closed, and a sterile bandage is applied.
*For a more detailed explanation, watch the complete video at [this link](https://youtu.be/ES1WaXD_37w). Always consult with your healthcare provider for your medical concerns. Take care of your health and stay informed.*
John
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