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Can you have a PAP flap or other procedure after 50% success on a DIEP flap surgery?

September 29, 2024
Asked By:Plucky444006 in Manassas, Virginia

Hi I had DIEP flap surgery and only one of my breasts was successfully completed and they had to place an implant on the other. I completely dislike the feel of implants and would like to know if it would be possible to consider a different type of flap procedure e.g. PAP flap for the breast with the implant? Also how many years do I need to wait after the DIEP flap to consider getting my second breast reconstructed with a different flap procedure. Thanks

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