Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast reconstruction using the DIEP flap procedure has gained widespread recognition as the “gold standard” in recent years. However, many women who could potentially benefit from this procedure are often turned away due to misconceptions. Let’s explore some common misconceptions: Previous Abdominal Surgery: While some abdominal surgeries can pose challenges […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast Reconstruction is a transformative surgery that helps many women feel whole again after battling breast cancer. While the procedure can be a significant step in your healing journey, it’s crucial to know what to do if you’re unhappy with your results. Be Honest with Your Surgeon If […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin At PRMA Plastic Surgery, we are committed to providing the best possible care for our patients. That’s why we have adopted the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) approach to perioperative care. ERAS is an evidence-based protocol that aims to improve surgical outcomes and reduce complications. What is ERAS? ERAS […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Considering a Preventative Mastectomy? Whether you have a BRCA gene mutation or a family history of breast cancer, your doctor might have suggested a prophylactic mastectomy to lower your risk. This procedure, also known as a preventative mastectomy, removes breast tissue that is currently healthy to reduce the […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin DIEP (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator) flap surgery is a popular breast reconstruction surgery that uses a patient’s own abdominal tissue to reconstruct the breast after a mastectomy. This procedure is becoming increasingly popular due to its high success rate and natural-looking results. One concern that many patients have when […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Breast cancer is a devastating diagnosis that affects millions of women every year. For many women, a mastectomy is the recommended course of action to remove the cancerous tissue. While a mastectomy can be lifesaving, it often comes with the undesired side effect of lost sensation in the remaining breast […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What Happens if You Start Your Period Before Surgery? Starting your period before a surgery can be a cause of concern for many women. It is important to understand that surgery puts physical and emotional stress on the body so it is not uncommon to start menstruating prior to surgery […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What happens if you are too thin for DIEP flap surgery? At PRMA we have successfully performed DIEP flap reconstructions on women with BMI’s of 20 and even less. For those who are deemed “Too Thin” for DIEP flap surgery, often it’s as simple a gaining a little bit of […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction is a major surgery that requires planning, support, and 4-6 weeks of recovery time. The exact length of time off work after a DIEP flap will depend on several factors, including your age, overall health, and type of job. More physical jobs require more time off […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Changes in medical coding by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will severely limit the breast reconstruction options women have available through insurance, potentially making procedures like the DIEP flap a viable choice only for the very wealthy. “It’s Only Coding” Until recently, DIEP flap breast reconstruction and […]
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