lumpectomy

/ˈlʌmpɛkˌtɒmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical procedure to remove a cancerous tumor from the breast, preserving as much of the breast tissue as possible

“The doctor recommended a lumpectomy for the patient with early-stage breast cancer.”

Synonyms

  • breast-conserving surgery
  • tumor removal

Antonyms

  • breast amputation
  • mastectomy