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This chapter describes the standard technique for modified radical mastectomy (total mastectomy with axillary node dissection). It also describes modifications appropriate when axillary node dissection is not required.
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Scott-Conner, C.E.H., Chassin, J.L. (2014). Modified Radical Mastectomy, Simple (Total) Mastectomy. In: Scott-Conner, C. (eds) Chassin's Operative Strategy in General Surgery. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-1393-6_114
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