A/an ________ is a surgical procedure to remove a small tumor without taking any surrounding tissue.
A)radical resection
B)lumpectomy
C)exploratory laparotomy
D)punch biopsy

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A lumpectomy is a surgical procedure in which only the small tumor and a small amount of surrounding tissue are removed, while the rest of the breast tissue is left intact. This is typically used for early-stage breast cancer. Radical resection involves removing a large amount of surrounding tissue, potentially including nearby lymph nodes, which is typically used for advanced stage or aggressive tumors. Exploratory laparotomy is a surgical procedure where the abdomen is opened to allow a surgeon to visually examine the organs inside. Punch biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is taken for examination, but it is not a surgical removal of a tumor.

A/an ________ Is a Surgical Procedure to Remove a Small