👉 A costectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing part of the breast, usually the full size of the breast. This can be done to treat conditions such as cancer or to prevent breast cancer from developing in later stages. The surgery typically involves making an incision at the nipple and making a cut through the skin that covers the breast tissue. The surgeon then cuts off the affected part of the breast, usually by using a scalpel or knife. This portion of the breast is often removed with the
