Breast reconstruction

There is a common misconception that breast reconstruction is complete after one surgery. Although the idea of having optimal outcomes after only one surgery sounds great, unfortunately this is rarely a realistic expectation.

It's been almost four weeks since my preventive double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. It feels a lot longer than that some days, but I also know 4 weeks really isn't that much time. The process of healing has been a lot better than I anticipated in most ways, but some things that I didn't ex

Sharing photos and details regarding my diep flap surgery. This surgery was a second surgery in my breast cancer reconstruction story.

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Women share the physical and emotional effects of having mastectomies.

Acquaint yourself with the basics of breast reconstruction choices after mastectomy. Open meaningful discussions with your medical team using this informative guide.

My breast reconstruction surgery, not what I expected (in a good way) #stainedwithstyle #pawsitively4pink #breastreconstruction #surgery

Options following a mastectomy include flat closure (ie no reconstruction), or breast reconstruction with either implants or the patient’s own tissue (known as “flap” procedures). Flap procedures are performed either as a “pedicle” flap or a “free” flap.

Mastectomy & Reconstruction: Surgery and Recovery