
In breast cancer treatment, repair of breast tissue lost through cancer surgery is very important for the patient, both cosmetically and psychologically.
Patients who undergo breast reconstruction feel better both physically and spiritually and fight the disease stronger.
Patients who undergo breast reconstruction are evaluated by a general surgeon, medical oncologist and radiation oncologist who specialize in breast diseases before breast reconstruction, and the most appropriate treatment for the patient is determined and followed up after the operation.
Breast reconstruction can be performed in two ways: simultaneously with cancer surgery or after cancer surgery and subsequent necessary chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy are completed.
The patient and the team consisting of the entire surgeon, medical oncologist and radiation oncologist involved in the cancer treatment process will decide together when the repair surgery will be performed.
Dr. Dicle Sevük, provides the highest level of care and treatment, from your initial consultation to your post-operative appointments.
Step one: Inspection
At your first meeting, it is important to clearly discuss your expectations with your doctor and listen to her opinion.
Before breast reconstruction surgery, your doctor evaluates the opinions of cancer surgeons, medical oncology and radiation oncology specialists. During your first examination, your doctor will be sure to have all the tests performed since your diagnosis of cancer, pathology reports, and reports of the surgery you have undergone or the treatments you have received.
Step two: Preparation
If simultaneous repair or delayed repair is planned, the most appropriate repair method for your body is determined. Breast reconstruction can be performed using your own tissues (breast reconstruction with autologous tissues) or silicone prosthesis. Your doctor will inform you about timing and details of surgical methods, risks and long-term results.
Step three: Options
For simultaneous or late-term (after your treatment is completed) breast reconstruction, repair can be made using your own tissues (breast reconstruction from autologous tissue) or silicone prosthesis. Your doctor will decide which surgical method is suitable; The doctor will decide by evaluating the opinions of you and other doctors during the cancer treatment process.
Step four: Risks
Depending on the method chosen, the risks and long-term results will be explained by your doctor. It is a priority to determine the time of breast reconstruction and the surgical method to be chosen.
Frequently asked questions
1. Where will the surgery be performed?
Breast reconstruction surgeries are serious and long-lasting surgeries that require team work. For this reason, it is performed in operating rooms with full-fledged and modern technological equipment.
2. What are the anesthesia options?
Breast reconstruction surgeries are performed under general anesthesia.
3. Is the prosthesis used in repairs made with a prosthesis safe?
Yes, the prostheses used are FDA approved and safe.
4. What is the recovery process like after surgery?
The healing process varies depending on the method chosen. Once the method and timing are determined, your doctor will inform you.
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