Category Archives: breast cancer
According to the January issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, not only are more women opting for immediate breast reconstruction, but more are using breast implants rather than autologous (using the woman’s own tissue) procedures, such as the DIEP or TRAM … Continue reading
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Tagged autologous reconstruction, diep flap, implant reconstruction, tram flap
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A recent study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal shows a low rate of complications in breast reconstruction immediately after mastectomy. Continue reading
Fat grafting during breast surgery doesn’t interfere with mammograms, according to a new study. “Radiographic follow-up of breasts treated with fat grafting is not problematic and should not be a hindrance to the procedure,” concludes study author Dr. Michaël Veber, … Continue reading
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Tagged fat transfer for breast augmentation
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