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How effective is a radical mastectomy for treating breast cancer?
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Mastectomy : Mastectomy is generally very effective, however chemotherapy and radiation are sometimes recommended as well. It really depends on the type of cancer, how aggressive it is, and wether there has been spread to other areas or lymph nodes. In early stages mastectomy can cure 95-98% of women. Your breast surgeon/oncologist can/should provide specifics based on your case.
Answered 3/30/2015
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