Aims:
- Improve women’s quality of life after cancer
- Enhance the better body image
- Regain lost sexual interest
Breast Reconstruction at Royal Clinic:
Women suffering from breast cancer and ending with a flat chest after a mastectomy is one of the biggest issues that has enabled us to become the leading providers of breast reconstruction in Georgia. We lend a helping hand to cancer survivors who want their lost breasts back. Our plastic surgeons are experienced in breast reconstruction procedures and can help women live the way they did before cancer. We guarantee patient safety and quality procedures, as well as experienced surgeons so that patients do not risk their lives in any way.
Results:
Please look at the below photos of reconstructed breasts.
Who is the Candidate?
Women who have undergone mastectomy surgery are generally considered good candidates for DIEP flap breast reconstruction in Georgia. But since this operation is quite serious, patients must obtain medical clearance from board-certified doctors to guarantee their eligibility. Listed below are some conditions for which doctors do not recommend this surgery:
- Uncontrolled Diabetes
- Chain Smoking
- Tissue Disease
Preparation:
Get ready to ask your doctor a few questions and inform them about your health condition to ensure a safe breast reconstruction without complications.
To prepare well for surgery, be sure to do the following:
- Follow all diet, medication, and smoking cessation instructions given to you by your doctor.
- Do not eat or drink at least 8-12 hours before surgery.
- Review the preoperative course, risks, and complications.
- Indicate if you have had a bad reaction to any type of anesthesia in the past.
How is the Surgery Performed?
DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction in Georgia is performed under general anesthesia in which the patient falls asleep during the procedure and senses nothing. Surgery usually involves six main steps, which may vary in each case. This is how breast flap reconstruction is performed:
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Step 1: Surgeons first draw a line on the abdomen, just below the navel and above the public area. The marked area may vary in each case.
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Step 2: Incisions are made at the marked points, and a layer of skin and fat is lifted.
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Step 3: The tissue flap is detached, and the inferior epigastric perforator artery and vein are preserved to provide blood supply to the breast.
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Step 4: The tissue flap is moved to the area of the mastectomy, and the blood vessels are reattached using a microscope for better tissue survival.
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Step 5: The skin and fat are transformed into the breast and sutured into place with greater precision for desired results.
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Step 6: After a few weeks, tattoo techniques are used to reconstruct the nipple and create fuller breasts.
Recovery:
- Breasts may be sore a few weeks after surgery.
- Requires a hospital stay of at least five days.
- Physicians prescribe medications to relieve pain.
- Wearing an elastic bra recommended by your doctor may help reduce swelling.
- It may take seven weeks or more to resume daily activities.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- Improves quality of life after cancer.
- More aesthetic breasts than ever before.
- The reconstructed breasts will look better than natural breasts.
- Since breasts are created from your fat tissue, there are no artificial results.
Cons:
- Scars.
- Long recovery time.
- Changes in breast sensation.
Diep Flap Surgery FAQ’s:
Is Diep Flap Better Than Implants?
For women who prioritize having natural-feeling, reconstructed breasts that will evolve and grow with their bodies, DIEP flaps are a superior option. For ladies who would like not to have foreign things used in their reconstructed breasts, it is also more suitable.
Who Is Not A Good Candidate For Diep Flap Surgery?
This is a rather serious operation, individuals cannot be guaranteed eligibility unless they receive medical clearance from board-certified physicians. Some medical issues for which this procedure is not advised are uncontrolled diabetes, chain smoking, tissue disease, etc.
Is Diep Flap Surgery Permanent?
Following the flap treatment, there is no chance of capsular contracture, the hardening of the breasts, or implant ruptures. And the results look incredibly natural and are permanent.
What Are The Disadvantages Of Diep Flap?
The recovery period is slightly longer and the rate of problems, such as blood clots, pneumonia, and wound infections, is higher after flap surgery.
How Many Hours Is Diep Flap Surgery?
The average length of time for DIEP flap surgery is two to eight hours. Depending on whether you're undergoing delayed or rapid reconstruction, the process is different.
Cost:
Breast reconstruction is costly, often running into the thousands of dollars. Insurance companies that cover the cost of a mastectomy may cover the cost of breast reconstruction because the operation is considered medically necessary.
Consult an Experienced Surgeon for Breast Reconstruction DIEP Flap:
Patients should not assume that every surgeon can perform breast reconstruction. This procedure requires careful experience and extensive training. Choose the right surgeon or consult Dr. Abdul Majeed Makkiya. He is one of the best breast reconstruction surgeons in Georgia, having reconstructed the breasts of many women and helping them improve their quality of life, enabling them to live normally even after breast cancer.
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