Research News on Reconstruction
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Reconstruction with Implant Immediately After Mastectomy Affected More by Radiation
A small study suggests that reconstruction done immediately after mastectomy using tissue from the body offers better results after radiation compared to immediate reconstruction using implants.
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Doctors Less Likely to Tell Older Women About Reconstruction
Doctors are less likely to discuss breast reconstruction options with women who are older, less educated, and Hispanic, than with younger, more educated white women.
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Reconstruction After Breast Cancer Surgery Usually Not Discussed
Most surgeons don't talk about reconstruction with women diagnosed with breast cancer. But when reconstruction is discussed, it makes a big difference in which type of surgery is chosen.
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After Mastectomy, Few Women Referred to Plastic Surgeons to Discuss Reconstruction Options
Surprisingly few women having mastectomy for breast cancer are referred by their general surgeon to a plastic surgeon to discuss reconstruction options.
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Obese Women More Likely to Have Reconstruction Complications
The results of a study are important for significantly obese women who are considering breast reconstruction after mastectomy.
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