Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Each surgery has a different recovery period; some can be a matter of hours, while some may take weeks. People tend to think that what they do during the time after surgery will dictate how quickly they recover, whether they rest appropriately, and follow all the directions. While in part […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin While nothing is ever guaranteed, prophylactic mastectomy can be a lifesaver for patients who are good candidates. For women at high risk for breast cancer, especially those with the BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation, a prophylactic mastectomy can reduce the chance of getting breast cancer by up to 95%. What […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. It affects patients physically and emotionally. And it is at that time when you are feeling all these emotions that you must make several important decisions. In the setting of needing a mastectomy or lumpectomy, you may also consider breast reconstruction. There are […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin When considering and planning for breast reconstruction, it is important to find the right surgeon for you. Identifying a surgeon who is board-certified in plastic surgery should always be the first step. You can always reference the American Society of Plastic Surgeons for suggestions. Keep in mind that, like with […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin One of the several options patients have after breast reconstruction surgery is complete, is to have the appearance of the nipple and areola recreated with a tattoo. These tattoos are applied using needles that insert the ink into the reconstructed breast skin. At PRMA, our nurses are specially trained in […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Patients who have lost their breast(s), are planning to remove their breast(s) tissue to reduce their risk of breast cancer, who have significant asymmetry due to a lumpectomy or a mastectomy, or even a botched reconstructive surgery from another facility are all candidates for breast reconstruction. This procedure is […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Lymphedema, or arm swelling, is a known potential complication after breast cancer surgery. The swelling is caused by a build up of fluid caused by inadequate lymphatic drainage. It can happen after any surgery involving the lymph nodes in the axilla (armpit). Radiation after breast cancer surgery increases the risk […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Mastectomy reconstruction can take place at the same time as a mastectomy. Likewise, reconstruction can take place anytime after breast cancer surgery. When the reconstruction surgery is performed at the time of mastectomy, it is referred to as “immediate reconstruction.” When it is performed after a mastectomy, it is referred to […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Healing after surgery is a process and many of our patients always want to know what recovery is like after breast reconstruction. Our first response is always to remind patients the healing journey is not linear. Everyone is different. However, to help ease fears related to the recovery journey after […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin The team at PRMA Plastic Surgery | Center for Advanced Breast Reconstruction in San Antonio, Texas has set a new practice record after completing their 9,500th free-flap breast reconstruction procedure. Free-flap breast reconstruction is today’s most advanced breast reconstruction technique and utilizes the patient’s own skin and fat from another […]
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