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About Breast Reconstruction

Breast reconstruction is a surgical procedure designed to restore the breast after a mastectomy (surgical removal of the breast), following breast cancer treatment or for preventive reasons.
This procedure plays a crucial role in the emotional and physical healing process, helping women regain their confidence and femininity.

Breast Reconstruction Options

There are several breast reconstruction techniques, each with its own advantages and specific indications.
The choice of the most suitable option depends on several factors, including the patient’s preferences, medical history, and physical characteristics.

Implant-based Reconstruction

Description:
This technique involves placing a breast implant under the pectoral muscle or remaining breast tissue. The implants can be filled with saline or silicone gel.
Advantages:
The procedure is relatively simple and has a shorter recovery time compared to other methods.

Fat Transfer Reconstruction

Description:
In this approach, fat is harvested through liposuction from other areas of the body — such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks — and injected into the breast to restore volume and shape.
Advantages:
Fat transfer uses the patient’s own tissue, eliminating the risk of implant rejection. It also enhances body contour by removing excess fat from donor areas.

Autologous Tissue Reconstruction (Free Flap)

Description:
This advanced technique involves transplanting a flap of tissue (skin, fat, and sometimes muscle) from another part of the body — such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks — to rebuild the breast’s shape and volume.
The most common flaps used are DIEP (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator), PAP (Profunda Artery Perforator), and TMG (Transverse Myocutaneous Gracilis).
Advantages:
Autologous tissue reconstruction offers the most natural look and feel since it uses the patient’s own tissue. It can also improve body contour by removing excess tissue from the donor site.

Procedure Steps

Preoperative Consultation:
During the initial consultation, your plastic surgeon will evaluate your health, discuss your goals and expectations, and recommend the most suitable reconstruction technique for your specific case.

Surgery:
Breast reconstruction can be performed at the same time as the mastectomy (immediate reconstruction) or later (delayed reconstruction).
The duration of the surgery varies depending on the technique used, typically lasting between 2 and 8 hours.

Recovery:
Recovery time depends on the technique, but most patients can return to normal activities within 4–6 weeks.
It is normal to experience swelling, discomfort, or pain in the first few days, which will gradually subside.

Risks and Complications

As with any surgical procedure, breast reconstruction carries certain risks, including infection, bleeding, loss of transplanted tissue, or anesthesia-related complications.
Changes in breast sensitivity or implant-related issues (in implant-based reconstruction) may also occur.
All these aspects will be discussed thoroughly during the preoperative consultations.

Conclusion

Breast reconstruction is a valuable solution for women who wish to regain their femininity and confidence after mastectomy.
If you are considering this procedure, I invite you to schedule a personal consultation.
I am committed to offering you the best medical care and the most suitable options tailored to your needs.