Research indicates that for small tumors in the early stages of breast cancer, __________ followed by radiation treatment, is as effective as ___________.

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Research indicates that for small tumors in the early stages of breast cancer, lumpectomy followed by radiation treatment is as effective as mastectomy. This means that removing only the tumor and leaving the rest of the breast intact (lumpectomy) is just as effective in treating early-stage breast cancer as completely removing the breast (mastectomy).

Research Indicates That for Small Tumors in the Early Stages