Growing New Breasts from Fat Stem Cells: Fact or Fiction? Is this the Future of Breast Reconstruction July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo Can you grow new breasts from fat stem cells for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy? A new form of breast reconstruction that allows women to grow […]
Comparison of Abdominal Recovery After SIEA, DIEP, TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Tammy Carrington What’s it like being diagnosed with breast cancer? My name is Tammy and I was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) in June 2009. I underwent bilateral mastectomy and immediate reconstruction with […]
Can Breast Cancer Be Detected Early? July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Can breast cancer be detected early? Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations from the American Cancer Society Screening refers to tests and exams used to find a disease, such as cancer, in people who do not have any symptoms. The goal of screening […]
CNN Airs News Story on Male Breast Cancer at Camp Lejeune July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Pam Stephan, About.com Guide to Breast Cancer What is male breast cancer? Mike Partain, male breast cancer survivor and former resident of Camp Lejeune, is back in the news again. Tune in to CNN on […]
Breast Cancer Reconstruction & Health Care Reform – What It Means For You July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What does health care reform mean for patients with breast cancer and how will it affect you? Well, it could mean… Even though you or your loved one could benefit from advanced breast reconstruction […]
Breast Reconstruction – Breast Cancer Patients Denied Choice After Mastectomy July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo Are there breast reconstruction options other than implants? Despite the increase of breast reconstruction procedures performed after mastectomy in 2008, nearly 70 percent of women who are eligible for the procedure are not […]
Mammograms and MRI after Breast Reconstruction – Are They Needed? July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo “Do I still need to have mammograms after my breast reconstruction?” I’m asked this question quite often. Surprisingly, there is no evidence-based consensus on this among breast cancer physicians. Recommendations range from “no need […]
Is there a Place For Breast Reconstruction in Metastatic Breast Cancer? July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Traditional medical opinion states that patients with metastatic breast cancer are not candidates for breast reconstruction. Once metastases are diagnosed (stage IV breast cancer), attention understandably focuses on aggressive medical treatment to prolong life. Until fairly […]
Impact of Radiation on Breast Reconstruction Surgery July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Author: Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo Can radiation therapy impact breast reconstruction results? Radiation therapy is often recommended as part of breast cancer treatment. Patients undergoing lumpectomy receive radiation routinely once they’ve healed from surgery. Some mastectomy patients may also need radiation […]
TUG Flap Restores Breast After Mastectomy With Thigh Lift Bonus July 07, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is TUG flap breast reconstruction? San Antonio, TX (PRWEB) February 23, 2009 – Plastic, Reconstructive & Microsurgical Associates (PRMA) of South Texas, a leading breast reconstruction surgery practice in San Antonio, is now offering women the […]
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