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Is the surgical removal of an entire breast and its nipple?
The surgical removal of the breast is called a mastectomy.
Which procedure involves the surgical removal of an entire breast and many of the surrounding tissues?
The procedure that involves the removal of an entire breast and the surrounding tissues is called a radical mastectomy. This procedure is performed surgically and usually takes some time to do.
What if a ovary taken out is this considered a partial hysterectomy?
The removal of an ovary via surgery is called an oopherectomy, an hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.
Are the surgical repair of an artery and a surgical repair of a breast called the same?
No, the surgical repair of an artery is called vascular surgery, while the surgical repair of a breast is called breast surgery. Each specialty focuses on different areas of the body and requires specialized training and expertise.
What surgery is used excise the testicle?
Orchidectomy
What is an alternative to lumpectomy?
A procedure in which the entire affected breast is removed, called a mastectomy, has been shown to be equally effective in treating breast cancer as lumpectomy, in terms of rates of recurrence and survival.
What is plastic surgery of the veins called?
The generic term is sclerotherapy and includes such cosmetic procedures as the removal of varicose or "spider" veins from the legs.
Can you lighten a tattoo?
You can get rid of unwanted tattoos with the help of laser Tattoo Removal in Punjab, There's this clinic called Profile Cosmetic Surgery Centre, that provides precise tattoo removal treatments at the most affordable prices.
What do you call excision of a kidney?
Nephroureterectomy is surgical removal of the kidney and its ureter.
If cosmetic surgery just for women?
These days more and more men are undergoing cosmetic surgery. It is considered one of the fastest growth areas of the industry. The main cosmetic surgery procedures demanded by men include Rhinoplasty ( nose reshaping ) Blepharoplasty ( removal of eyebags ) Gynaecomastia ( removal of so called " man boobs" ) Hair transplants Liposuction
Where can one find information on male breast reduction?
The process of breast reduction in males is the same as breast reduction in women, however the male breast reduction is called "Gynecomastia". A breast reduction is the reduction via surgery to reduce the size of large breasts, or to implant breast silicon to make a breast larger. The "American Society of Plastic Surgeons" offer information of male breast reduction.
What are the medical procedure terms for plastic surgery after weight loss?
Generally, the term is "body contouring," which is a procedure to tighten or remove excess skin from various parts of the body. The removal of skin from the upper arm is called a brachioplasty. A breast lift or reduction is called mammaplasty. A body list could involve a number of procedures to remedy excess skin on the torso.
