Breast Reconstruction
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After the Cancer is GoneAfter fighting breast cancer, you may be considering your options. There are different routes you can take for your breast reconstruction surgery. Before contacting a plastic surgeon learn about the various types of reconstruction offered.- Timing Breast Reconstruction Surgery in Breast Cancer PatientsIf you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, be sure to discuss the timing of your breast cancer reconstruction surgery with your doctor. Timing is important for this reason.
- Breast Reconstruction After MastectomyThere are two major techniques to reconstruct a breast after mastectomy for the treatment of breast cancer. One uses patient's own tissue and the other depends on Implants. The advantages and disadvantages of both methods are discussed in this article.
- The Expansion Process in Breast ReconstructionThis is about my personal experience going through the expansion process during breast reconstruction.
- The Facts About Breast Reconstruction SurgeryIn plastic surgery offices today there is a major focus to help women recover from the affects that breast cancer has had on their lives. It is not vanity to say that a person's physical appearance is important.
- Breast Reconstruction: Implant and Tissue Flap OptionsBreast reconstruction is an option available after breast cancer surgery. The sole purpose for breast reconstruction is to make the body symmetrical after a mastectomy or lumpectomy.
- Breast Reconstruction Surgery OptionsHere is a guide to three construction surgery options: implants, TRAM Flap and LD Flap.
- Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy with Perforator Flaps (DIEP Flap, SIEA Flap & GAP Flap)Microsurgical breast reconstruction with perforator flaps (such as the DIEP flap, SIEA flap, and GAP flap) represents the gold standard in breast reconstruction after mastectomy for breast cancer. So what does it all mean? What is a perforator flap?
- Women Facing Breast Cancer Surgery Are Not Offered Reconstructive OptionsWomen facing breast cancer surgery are not necessarily being offered every treatment option available, such as breast reconstruction.
- The Hype Around DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction and Finding a SurgeonThe DIEP flap procedure has been touted as the new gold standard in breast reconstruction following mastectomy. What's all the hype about and how does one find a DIEP flap surgeon?
- DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction - The New Gold Standard in Mastectomy ReconstructionThe DIEP flap procedure represents the new gold standard in breast reconstruction following mastectomy for breast cancer
- My Experience with DIEP Flap Breast ReconstructionMy journey with the DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction after having a bilateral mastectomy. What to expect before and after the surgery.





