July 16, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Losing sensation after mastectomy can be frustrating, but there are ways to regain it. Discover the possibilities for restoring sensation. Recently, Dr. Pisano answered your questions on regaining sensation after mastectomy via Facebook LIVE. Check out the replay below! Short on time? No worries! You can find quick answers […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin We are proud to announce we have successfully completed our 7,000th microsurgical free flap breast reconstruction surgery. This makes PRMA is one of very few centers worldwide performing such a high volume of complex breast reconstruction procedures. Microsurgical breast reconstruction using tissue flaps represents the state of the art in reconstruction […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Is nipple-sparing mastectomy safe for breast cancer patients? At PRMA, we routinely offer nipple-sparing mastectomy to appropriate candidates. Preserving the nipple-areola along with the entire skin envelope of the breast is the latest evolution in mastectomy technique. Only the underlying breast tissue is removed. The procedure is ideally performed in conjunction with […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Does PRMA offer face-to-face virtual consultations? PRMA provides patients with today’s most advanced breast reconstruction procedures. We believe everyone has the right to know ALL their reconstructive options. To make this process easier, we offer virtual face-to-face consultations with our breast reconstruction specialists. Patients can submit their information via a […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is DIEP flap reconstruction recovery like? Many believe DIEP flap breast reconstruction will be a more painful experience compared to implants. They also believe the DIEP flap recovery will take longer compared to implants. These are common misconceptions. In fact, recent studies show implant-based reconstruction patients report more pain and […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is the best way to celebrate Social Media Day? June 30th is Social Media Day! Social media has become a major part of our daily routines. For many of us, it is how we keep in touch with our friends and family, it’s our main source of news, and (if […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Why do patients choose DIEP flap reconstruction over implants? 1) Desire for a natural looking and feeling breast after mastectomy Many women prefer the natural look and feel of the DIEP flap over implants. The lower tummy tissue used for DIEP flap breast reconstruction feels very much like natural breast […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Is it ok to have immediate breast reconstruction if radiation therapy is planned? Breast reconstruction and radiation do not mix well. In fact, recent studies show 1 in 3 implant reconstructions fail when radiation is in the mix. But what about autologous reconstruction procedures like the DIEP flap? A study published in Plastic and […]
July 16, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin DIEP flap breast reconstruction uses the patient’s lower tummy tissue to reconstruct a breast after mastectomy. Unlike the TRAM, the DIEP does not sacrifice any of your abdominal muscles. Only skin and fat are used. Many patients have enough lower abdominal tissue to reconstruct both breasts if desired. However, even thin patients who […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Is DIEP flap a safe option after radiation? A recent study published in the Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery took a closer look at the impact of radiation and its timing on tissue flap breast reconstruction. The study followed patients who had reconstruction using their own tissue (autologous breast reconstruction). The patients were divided […]
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