How long before a removed tissue expander can be replaced?

May 13, 2016
Asked By:nicsmom1 in Columbus, OH

Dbl mastectomy + expanders. Right expander broke through in the incision and was removed 30 days after mastecomy. How long before the removed expander can be replaced?

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May 16, 2016

Answer: TE replacement

May 16, 2016

Answer: TE replacement

May 14, 2016

Answer: Breast Reconstruction

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May 14, 2016

Answer: Breast Reconstruction

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