What are the complications with a DIEP Flap?
Complications of DIEP flap breast reconstruction can include bleeding, infection, delayed wound healing, fat necrosis, fluid collections (seroma), abdominal weakness or hernia, and rare flap failure due to poor blood supply. VIEW NOW
What is the recovery after DIEP Flap Breast REconstruction?
Because DIEP flap uses abdominal tissue, full recovery can take 6–8+ weeks. Swelling continues to improve over several months as scars mature and tissues soften. Following post op instructions closely is essential for a safe, smooth recovery VIEW NOW
Fat Grafting to Fix Rippling in Implant Reconstruction
Dr. Fisher explains how fat grafting can help smooth visible rippling, but contour irregularities can be a concern in implant-based breast reconstruction, making patient education an important part of understanding treatment options. VIEW NOW
Emotional Impact of Body Transformation Surgeries
Body transformation surgeries can bring a wide range of emotions. Many patients feel increased confidence and alignment with their body, but it’s also normal to experience anxiety, mood shifts, or adjustment periods during healing. VIEW NOW
What are the complications associated with DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction?
DIEP flap reconstruction risks include flap loss (rare), fat necrosis, infection, delayed healing, abdominal weakness or hernia, fluid collections, scarring, and changes in sensation at the breast and donor site. VIEW NOW
What makes a good DIEP Flap Candidate?
A good DIEP flap candidate typically has enough lower abdominal tissue for reconstruction, is in overall good health, and does not smoke. It’s often ideal for patients who want a natural reconstruction using their own tissue instead of implants. VIEW NOW
Resensation Post-Breast Reconstruction Part 5
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Resensation Part 3
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Resensation Part 4
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Resensation: Breast Reconstruction
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Resensation Part 2
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Resensation After Breast Reconstruction
Resensation by Axogen is a nerve repair technique used in breast reconstruction to help restore sensation by reconnecting nerves or using grafts, improving the chance of feeling returning after mastectomy. VIEW NOW
Avoiding Necrosis in Breast Reconstruction
Avoiding necrosis in breast reconstruction comes down to protecting blood supply to the tissue. Careful surgical planning, tension-free closure, healthy circulation, and following post-op instructions like no smoking and proper support all help VIEW NOW
Sensation Preservation Mastectomy and Implant Reconstruction
Sensation preservation mastectomy with implant reconstruction focuses on removing breast tissue while protecting key nerves when possible. This can help maintain more natural sensation as you heal, paired with a balanced, aesthetic implant result. VIEW NOW
How to pick implant size for Reconstruction after Mastectomy
Choosing implant size after mastectomy reconstruction is a personalized decision based on your anatomy, skin quality, chest measurements, and lifestyle goals. Your surgeon will guide you using sizers and imaging to help you achieve natural results. VIEW NOW