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quadrantectomy /quad·ran·tec·to·my/ (-ran-tek´tah-me) a form of partial mastectomy involving en bloc excision of tumor in one quadrant of breast tissue, as well as the pectoralis major muscle fascia and overlying skin. quadrantectomy [kwod′rantek′təmē] a partial mastectomy in which a tumor and at least a 1-inch margin of surrounding tissue along with the pectoralis muscle fascia are excised in one quadrant of a breast. quadrantectomy Surgery The excision of a quadrant of tissue, usually from the breast, which includes both grossly identifiable malignancy and grossly normal soft-tissue margins. Cf Lumpectomy, Mastectomy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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