Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

For women who are treated for breast cancer with mastectomy--surgery to remove the breast--there are a number of options for breast reconstruction after surgery. In today's webcast, join plastic surgeon William Wallace, MD, and Cathy Partridge, RN, CPCP, as they discuss the techniques available for reconstruction, including the TRAM flap procedure; the best time to have reconstruction during cancer treatment; what insurance covers; and how many procedures it takes to complete the reconstruction process. Warning: Before and after photos are included in this webcast, so it is not suitable for some audiences.

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