I had a breast reduction. One month later, I received a bill from pathology. I had no idea that my breast tissue had been sent to pathology. I was told by my plastic surgeons office that informing patients of any results was not standard. I had no idea that tissue was sent to pathology until I got a bill. Legality?
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Answer: Sending Tissue to the Pathologist after Breast Reduction #breastreduction
This is normally seen in patients who have undergone a breast reduction surgery. This area is a common site for wound opening after surgery as it is the tightest point and is the part where three wounds meet. However, keeping the area clean and making sure it does not stay wet would be enough to...
This something you will discuss with your surgeon at your pre-op visit. This surgery is an indivualized procedure. The amount of weight removed does not corelate with a specific cup size.
Most breast reductions are performed on an outpatient basis in a AAAASF-certified operating room, meaning the facility is up to very high standards of accreditation. Patients usually spend up to a couple hours in the postoperative suite before being discharged in the care of a companion, family...
