Breast conserving surgeries or partial mastectomies, which include but are not limited to "lumpectomies", account for nearly half of all the breast cancer surgeries performed in the U.S. each year. As the name implies, this surgery is intended to preserve as much breast tissue as possible. Patients who undergo breast conserving surgery (BCS) followed by radiation have a rate of survival and recurrence that is essentially the same as for patients who undergo mastectomy. However, not all patients are good candidates for this surgery. TheBreastCareSite offers the articles below for those seeking details on the procedure, and information on products designed for women who have undergone BCS.