For every woman, appearance is associated with self-esteem and a sense of wholeness. A breast cancer diagnosisoften comes unexpectedly and is a strong emotional experience, accompanied by a fear of losing one or both breasts. At this point, the main priority is to preserve health and life.
Breast reconstruction is suitable for women who:
Before the procedure, the plastic surgeon will discuss with you all the questions you have, expectations and possible risks.
Informed consent is a mandatory document that contains a detailed description of the procedure, possible risks and complications, anesthesia and financial conditions. It is signed after careful familiarization and the opportunity to ask questions to the plastic surgeon or anesthesiologist.
Breast reconstruction surgeries are multi-stage. The first operation is the most complex. Some patients may need to remove the expander and place an implant. Others from shaping the areola and nipple or from further symmetrizing the breasts.
The type and extent of the diagnosed cancer in combination with subsequent treatment will also determine the reconstructive surgery.
Tissue expansion followed by implant placement is a common procedure. The expander is like a silicone balloon that, once placed under your muscles and skin, is inflated with a saline serum for a month or two. Once enough space and skin are provided, the expander is removed and an implant is placed.
Recovery with your own tissues is done with a flap taken from the back, abdomen or buttocks. This type of recovery is more complex than expansion. The breast can stand more naturally.
Each patient recovers for a different period of time. Depending on the method chosen, you may need to stay in the healthcare facility for several days. Immediately after the operation, you will feel tired and tired. Your new breast will be swollen and tight.
Breast reconstruction surgeries are multi-stage. The first operation is the most complex. Some patients may need to remove the expander and place an implant. Others from shaping the areola and nipple or from further symmetrizing the breasts.
Revision surgery: It is performed after a complication or unsatisfactory aesthetic result.
The incisions are made along the old marks. Recovery is faster and easier.
If there is body hair in the area of surgical intervention, it should be shaved immediately before surgery.
Reception of a light dinner
A prerequisite is not to be on your period on the day of the operation and not to be pregnant!
Medication intake – only with water
You can drink a small cup of coffee, tea, water or juice
(if the operation is after 14:00)
No food
No nightgown, slippers or towel are needed – only personal toiletries.
Make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Petrov, dr. Lafcis et al. Lozanov. Our specialists will evaluate your case and prepare an individual treatment plan.
Contact us for questions and more information.
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