Question

what type of mastectomy involves excision of the breast, underarm lymph nodes, and chest wall muscles under the breast? a radical b partial c full d total

Explanation:

• Radical mastectomy: Removes the breast, underlying chest muscles, and underarm lymph nodes.
• Partial mastectomy: Removes only a portion of the breast.
• Full mastectomy (not a standard term in this context; total mastectomy is more common).
• Total mastectomy: Removes the entire breast but not the chest muscles.

Answer:

A. radical