Breast Reconstruction After Treatment

A diagnosis of breast cancer is often a shock and the beginning of a long treatment journey. It is important that each step of this journey is carefully considered and adheres to the current recommendations of specialists.

How is treatment chosen?

One of the important stages of treatment is surgery. Whether to preserve the breast or to remove it depends on the spread of the tumor. After surgery, additional treatment methods may be required, such as chemotherapy or hormonal therapy, to combat cancer on all fronts.

Breast Reconstruction: Is it worth it?

After the tumor is removed, the question of breast reconstruction arises for the patient. This is a personal decision for each woman. Some choose to reconstruct the breast immediately, others prefer to wait, while some opt out of reconstruction altogether. It is very important to discuss all options with a doctor in advance.

What are the methods of reconstruction?

• Tissue transfer - creating a new breast from tissues of your own body.
• Silicone implants - an option for those who want to restore the shape of the breast.
• Transplantation of adipose tissue - can be used for correction after surgery or as a supplement to other methods.

What to pay attention to?

The choice of method depends on many factors, from the stage of the disease to personal preferences. It is important to discuss all the pros and cons with the treating doctor (oncoplastic surgeon) to choose the optimal option in each specific case.

This information was prepared based on materials from the Mamazone magazine