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Secondary Breast Reconstruction Procedure in Bangalore

Secondary Breast Reconstruction or Delayed Breast Reconstruction

Secondary Breast Reconstruction Procedure in Bangalore

Reconstruction of a breast after mastectomy is a procedure done to replace the loss of a breast. It can be done at the time of breast amputation, (mastectomy) or after the completion of breast cancer treatment

A woman might choose to have breast reconstruction procedure for many reasons:

  • To make her chest look balanced when she is wearing a bra or swimsuit.

  • To help make clothes fit better.

  • To permanently regain her breast shape.

  • So she won’t have to use a breast form that fits inside the bra (an external prosthesis).

  • Better self-esteem and self-confidence.

There are many reasons why primary reconstruction may not have been done following mastectomy. However, if you choose to have a breast reconstruction done, here are a few points 

A tissue flap procedure (also known as autologous tissue reconstruction or tissue-based reconstruction) is one way to rebuild the shape of your breast after surgery to remove the cancer. As with any surgery, you should learn as much as possible about the benefits and risks, and discuss them with your doctor, before having the surgery.

Consult our plastic surgeons in Old Airport Road Bangalore if you need Secondary Breast Reconstruction  surgery

What are flaps?

These surgeries use tissue from other parts of your body, such as your tummy, back, thighs, or buttocks to rebuild the breast shape

These flaps are often used by themselves to reconstruct the breast, but some tissue flap procedures can be used with a breast implant if more volume is needed.

These types of  flap surgeries can also have some issues that need to be considered:

  • In general, flaps require more surgery and a longer recovery time.

  • Flap operations leave 2 surgical sites and scars –Some women can have donor site problems. 

Types of procedures for breast reconstruction

There are many different types of procedures. However, the most common types of reconstruction today are the use of Pedicle flaps or Flaps from another part of the body ( called free flaps) 

  • Pedicle flaps:  A pedicle flap moves tissue from its site to the breast or chest wall while it is still attached to its original blood supply. The most common pedicle flap used for breast reconstruction is the latissimus dorsi (LD) flap from the back with or without n implant

  • Free flaps: A free flap moves tissue, fat, skin, and some or none of the muscle from one area of the body to make a new breast. This tissue is completely removed from the body and moved up to the chest. The blood vessels (arteries and veins) must then be reconnected to the chest wall vessels for the tissue to survive. The donor areas are the abdominal wall (tummy) thighs, buttocks, and lower back.

  •  Fat grafting; Fat grafting is usually used for breast revisions or “touch-up” surgeries. Your own fat is used to help fix any shape abnormalities that may be seen after the initial breast reconstruction surgery is done. The fat is not removed from skin, muscle, or other tissues. 

The fat is obtained by liposuction, cleaned and then prepared so it can be injected easily into the areas where it is needed. This is an outpatient procedure and you can go home the same day. Often, more than one session of fat grafting is needed to correct some contour deformities. This procedure has been found to be safe as far as cancer recurrence in patients who have had mastectomies.

There are many reasons why primary reconstruction may not have been done following mastectomy. However, if you choose to have a breast reconstruction done, here are a few points. Book an appoint Secondary Breast Reconstruction Procedure in Bangalore

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