Avoiding complications from Breast Reconstruction?

First of all, the one thing that dramatically inceases the complication rate in breast reconstruction is something you have no control over - namely the history of radiation therapy treatments.  Implants and radiation generally don't mix well.  Best to use your own tissue in these cases. Otherwise,... more

This is an extremely complex subject and it would be impossible to provide a complete. answer. Number 1: Avoid smoking if you do. Number 2: Be conservative in your desred volumes. Number 3: Seek and experienced surgeon.