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Breast Reconstruction
General Information: breast reconstruction is the procedure or set of procedures to restore the breast following its removal during a mastectomy. This may simply involve the use of an implant as in an augmentation mammoplasty or the transfer of ones own tissue to the breast as a myocutaneous or free flap. The best procedure to restore the breast mound and nipple-areolar complex will be discussed at your consultation. The most popular ways of reconstructing the breast either require the use of a skin expander to recreate the breast mound or the transfer of the skin and fat from the lower abdomen onto the chest wall as in the TRAM flap or Tummy Tuck Breast Reconstruction. All of these procedures are covered by your insurance and may be started at the time of your mastectomy. Patient’s who may be facing a mastectomy should begin discussions about reconstruction prior to any ablative procedure if only to find out what their options are.
Length of Surgery: 2 to 5 Hours
Location: Hospital
Anesthesia: General
Recovery Time: The patient can usually return to work in 2 to 3 weeks depending on the individual. Exercise and strenuous activity may be done at 4 to 6 weeks following surgery.
Post Operative Results: Each patient heals differently; however following the surgery patients may experience temporary pain, swelling, possible bruising, soreness and fatigue. The incisions will fade and flatten with time. It has been our experience that patients are very happy with their post op results and their new look.
Helpful Hints: Be in good mental and physical health. Do Not Smoke. Help improve healing by taking pre and postoperative vitamins. Improve the appearance of small scars with topical gel.
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