Breast Reconstruction (mastectomy)
Breast
reconstruction after mastectomy for breast cancer or for under or non developing
breasts.
Various techniques are available for breast cancer reconstruction. They include
using the patient’s own tissue (TRAM flap), breast implants and/or breast
expansion.
New medical techniques and implants have made it possible for the plastic surgeon
to create natural looking beautiful breasts. In some cases,
plastic surgery is possible during the mastectomy surgery.
If a breast expansion is used, the procedure involves several stages, sometimes employing
breast expansion as a temporary measure to address skin deficiency. A TRAM flap usually
involves excess tissue from the lower abdomen, and a nipple and areola are typically
added onto the breast mound in a secondary plastic surgery procedure.
The costs vary widely according to the specific plastic surgery technique used and
the number of stages required. However, these operations are typically covered by
most medical insurance companies and medical aids. |
Considering breast reconstruction after breast cancer? Do you want to restore
your beautiful breasts?
