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Mastectomy is usually recommended for which women?

  • A. Those who have not had radiation to the breast
  • B. Those who have multiple tumors in the breast in several quadrants
  • C. Those with no extensive DCIS
  • D. Those with a small tumor compared to breast volume
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Those who have multiple tumors in the breast in several quadrants. Mastectomy is usually recommended for patients with multiple tumors in several quadrants to ensure complete removal of all cancerous tissue. This choice is correct because it addresses the need for more extensive surgery to effectively treat the cancer.

A: Those who have not had radiation to the breast - Incorrect, as radiation history is not the sole determinant for recommending mastectomy.

C: Those with no extensive DCIS - Incorrect, as the presence of DCIS alone may not warrant a mastectomy.

D: Those with a small tumor compared to breast volume - Incorrect, as tumor size relative to breast volume is not the primary factor in determining the need for mastectomy in cases of multiple tumors in several quadrants.