Breast Reconstruction in South Africa
A breast reconstruction procedure where a breast has been removed due to
cancer or another disease is one of the most rewarding surgical procedures
available today. The latest medical procedures and devices have made it possible
for surgeons to create a breast that can comes close in structure and appearance
to matching a natural breast. In many instances reconstruction is possible
immediately following breast removal (mastectomy), so the patient wakes up
with a breast mound already in place, having been spared the experience of
seeing herself with no breast at all.
Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction is not a simple procedure. There are
often many options to consider as you and your doctor explore what's best
for you.
A lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your
surgeon if there is anything you don't understand about the procedure.
Most mastectomy patients are medically appropriate for reconstruction, many
at the same time that the breast is removed. The best candidates, however,
are women whose cancer, as far as can be determined, seems to have been eliminated
by mastectomy.
Still, there are legitimate reasons to wait before having breast reconstruction. Many women aren't comfortable
weighing all the options while they're struggling to cope with a diagnosis
of cancer. Others simply don't want to have any more surgery than is absolutely
necessary. Some patients may be advised by their surgeons to wait, particularly
if the breast is being rebuilt in a more complicated procedure using flaps
of skin and underlying tissue. Women with other health conditions, such as
obesity, high blood pressure, or smoking, may also be advised to wait.
In any case, being informed of your breast reconstruction options before surgery
can help you prepare for a mastectomy with a more positive outlook for the
future.
Breast Reconstruction - Before and After Picture
Arranging Breast Reconstcrution Surgery in South Africa
South Africa has an extremely high standard of medical care, not to mention beautiful scenery and a soothing atmosphere in which to recover.
You can be reassured that you will be in the hands of a professional plastic surgeon who is registered with all the appropriate medical bodies. We can offer an initial consultation in the UK before you travel to Cape Town.
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