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A lumpectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove a discrete portion or "lump" of tissue, usually a breast tumor, from an afflicted individual. It is often employed as an effective treatment for early-stage cancer, retaining most of the breast tissue and offering a less invasive alternative to mastectomy.
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