When Is a Mastectomy Needed? Understanding Breast Cancer Surgery Options

In this episode, we explain when breast cancer surgery involves removing the breast and why mastectomy may be the right option for certain patients. You’ll learn: What a mastectomy is and when it’s recommendedHow tumor size, cancer type, and health risks influence surgical decisionsThe different types of mastectomy: skin sparing, nipple sparing, and totalWhy lymph node evaluation is critical for staging and treatment planningWho may need complete breast removal, and what factors impact that d...