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?
May 16, 2016
Answer: TE replacement If it was removed due to an infection then typically you're looking at 4-6 months. If you smoke or if you've undergone radiation, your risk of having future issues is also high so you may need some type of autologous tissue.
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May 16, 2016
Answer: TE replacement If it was removed due to an infection then typically you're looking at 4-6 months. If you smoke or if you've undergone radiation, your risk of having future issues is also high so you may need some type of autologous tissue.
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May 14, 2016
Answer: Breast Reconstruction To replace the tissue expander depends on why it was removed. Was there any infection then you have to wait 6 months.Was there any radiation? then re-think the tissue expander.The condition of the skin? then may need a flap coverage for the expander or implant.This needs a lot of thought, planning and discussion with the patient.
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May 14, 2016
Answer: Breast Reconstruction To replace the tissue expander depends on why it was removed. Was there any infection then you have to wait 6 months.Was there any radiation? then re-think the tissue expander.The condition of the skin? then may need a flap coverage for the expander or implant.This needs a lot of thought, planning and discussion with the patient.
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