mastectomized
Mastectomized or mastectomized is an adjective used to describe a person who has undergone mastectomy, or a body region from which breast tissue has been removed. The term is not common in everyday language; in clinical and general usage, postmastectomy or after mastectomy is more typical. The form may appear in medical records, academic writing, or descriptive notes.
A mastectomy is a surgical procedure that removes all or part of the breast tissue, typically to
After mastectomy, many individuals pursue reconstruction, either immediately or later. Reconstruction methods include implant-based approaches or
Sensation in the chest area may be reduced or altered after mastectomy. There can be temporary or