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What are medical reasons for breast reconstruction?
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Equalizing otherwise normal breasts that are markedly different in size, replacing all or part of breast tissue that has been removed during the course of cancer treatment, or replacing breast mass that has been lost due to injury.
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What is Breast reconstruction?
Breast reconstruction is a series of surgical procedures performed to recreate a breast
What 1998 law required medical insurance to cover breast reconstruction?
In 1998, the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act required insurance plans to cover the cost of breast reconstruction in conjunction with a mastectomy procedure.
Where can one see breast reconstuction pictures?
The best place to see breast reconstruction pictures would be on medical sites. Or, medical pamphlets or brochures at plastic surgeon offices would have before and after pictures.
What is an autologous breast reconstruction?
An autologous breast reconstruction uses the woman's own tissues
What are the two choices for breast reconstruction?
There are two basic choices for breast reconstruction. The breast tissue can be replaced with an implant, or the breast is created using some of the woman's own tissues (autologous reconstruction).
What are the two main methods of performing breast reconstruction after mastectomy?
The method used for performing breast reconstruction is based on the preference of the patient. The reconstruction can be done by immediate reconstruction, where reconstruction occurs in the same time period in which mastectomy is done, or by delayed reconstruction, where reconstruction of the breast is done after mastectomy.
When do many women prefer to have breast reconstruction?
Many women choose to have breast reconstruction performed in conjunction with the mastectomy.
What steps is Breast reconstruction done in?
Breast reconstruction is done in two stages, with the ultimate goal of creating a breast which looks and feels as natural as possible
What are some possible medical reasons a female has pain in her breast?
There are quite a few medical reasons for such a thing. One possible solutions for a female experience pain in her breast is pregnancy. Another more serious possibility is a growing tumor and should be dealt with promptly.
What is the benefit of breast reconstruction?
Breast reconstruction, especially if it is begun at the same time as the simple mastectomy, can minimize the sense of loss that women feel when having a breast removed.
What are the release dates for Healthline - 2006 Breast Reconstruction?
Healthline - 2006 Breast Reconstruction was released on: USA: 2 August 2007
What type of mastectomy allows for immediate breast reconstruction?
A modified radical mastectomy also allows for immediate or delayed breast reconstruction.
