Breast Reconstruction is a reconstructive surgery performed to rebuild the shape and look of the breast after mastectomy, lumpectomy or congenital deformities. Women undergo a mastectomy because they have been diagnosed with breast cancer or because they are at very high risk of developing breast cancer in the future (prophylactic mastectomy).
Breast reconstruction may involve multiple procedures performed in stages. It depends on the patient’s case whether breast reconstruction will begin at the time of mastectomy or later .
Women who had surgery to treat breast cancer can have additional surgery to create a new breast mound. The goal of breast reconstruction is for the new breast to have a natural shape, size and projection while being in balance with the rest of the body and symmetrical with the other breast. Breast reconstruction after mastectomy can make patients feel better about their bodies and more confident.
There are several breast reconstruction options. These often involves more than one operation.
The nipple-areola complex may be reconstructed in a later stage, about 3-6 months after breast reconstruction. Many women choose the nipple-areola reconstruction to enhance the cosmetic result.
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There are several breast reconstruction options. These often involves more than one operation.
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