Nipple-Areolar Complex Reconstruction
The final stage of the breast reconstruction is the reconstruction of the nipple-areolar complex (NAC). Usually, this is performed after the nipple reconstruction, however, it may be done without it as well. While some women opt not to have anything further done after the breast reconstruction, as discussed in the last post, these relatively benign … Continue reading Nipple-Areolar Complex Reconstruction
Continue ReadingNipple Reconstruction
Many people have asked about what happens with the nipple and areola after the reconstruction. I do have a post on nipple-sparing mastectomy. However, if the nipple-areolar complex (NAC) is removed during the mastectomy, there are several different procedures to reconstruct the NAC to complete the breast reconstruction. I usually wait approximately 6-12 weeks after … Continue reading Nipple Reconstruction
Continue ReadingWellness Center
Come listen to the presentation on advances in breast cancer and screening/diagnostic technology by the Wellness Center Thursday 6/30 – Phoenix, A. Breast mammographers, breast surgeons, and myself will be there to disucss.
Continue ReadingOperation Smile
Sorry for the absence… Medical mission in Zhengzhou, China. Looking to screen ~200 children with cleft lips and/or palates and operate on ~170. Operation Smile www.operationsmile.org Back soon
Continue ReadingNipple-Sparing Mastectomy and Reconstruction
Nipple-sparing mastectomy has been a controversial topic in breast cancer and its treatment. Not all women are candidates for this procedure for treatment, and it is necessary to discuss with your general/breast surgeon on your candidacy. In general, women who may fall into this category include those women who do not have cancer at the … Continue reading Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy and Reconstruction
Continue ReadingDIEP or SIEA Flap Candidate?
Many women have asked if they are good candidates to undergo such a complex procedure as the DIEP flap for breast reconstruction. Many have been denied by other surgeons for various reasons. I have been asked if I would share some thoughts on who would be the ideal candidate for this type of microsurgical breast … Continue reading DIEP or SIEA Flap Candidate?
Continue ReadingAdditional information
Happy New Year! Wishes for a happy, healthy, and joyous 2011!!! Lumpectomy (aka: tylectomy) is a common surgical procedure designed to remove a discrete lump, usually a benign tumor or breast cancer, from an affected man or woman’s breast. As the tissue removed is generally quite limited and the procedure relatively non-invasive, compared to a … Continue reading Additional information
Continue ReadingPreference of Silicone Over Saline Implants Following Mastectomy
A recent published study in the Journal Cancer reports that women who received silicone implants after her mastectomy were generally happier with her results than women who chose saline implants. This is one of few studies who report on patient preference following reconstructive surgery. This study looked at 472 women who had breast reconstruction following … Continue reading Preference of Silicone Over Saline Implants Following Mastectomy
Continue ReadingOctober
October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Continue ReadingBreast Cancer/Reconstruction – New Law Passed!
A tremendous step forward in breast cancer/breast reconstruction! A recent law was passed in New York state, which requires that women be informed of breast reconstruction options and the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act (WHCRA) of 1998 prior to her breast cancer surgery. Even today, only a minority of women are actually informed of … Continue reading Breast Cancer/Reconstruction – New Law Passed!
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