Staples utilized in revision for pocket failure (Photo)

Thank you for your inquiry. You have been through a lot and pain is an unfortunate yet not surprising sequela after your difficult course this far. The “staples” are actually small vascular clips used to control bleeding and are likely not the cause of your pain. That said, your plastic sur...

If you want to continue using implants then perhaps you would benefit from a lift, revision of your previous reconstruction and placement of implants retro-pectoral, if they are in front of the muscle. Also, the implants can be removed and fat transfers can be done and then the implants...

Thank you for your question. Fat transfer can be extremely successful after radiotherapy and is often used to 1) provide more coverage and volume and 2) increase oxygen to the radiated tissue "providing reduced pain and other symptoms of radiation induced injury" ASAP 2021. You may benefit...

Thank you for your question. You should be able to have your reconstruction covered by insurance due to asymmetry. If you are able to go back to your surgeon who did your original reconstruction that would be best. If you are already an established patient you should be able to get in sooner...

Thank you for your inquiry. Both for reconstruction and cosmetic indications I make every effort to leave the pectorals muscle in tact and undisturbed, for the reasons you know all too well. Pocket conversion is one of the most common secondary procedures in my practice with thankfully very...