Is it 4-6 months as it is for women who have radiation prior to DIEP flap?
Answer: Post reconstruction radiation therapy Our main goal is that you are completely healed prior to starting radiation. That normally takes 4-6 weeks but if there any issues this may be delayed until they have resolved.
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Answer: Post reconstruction radiation therapy Our main goal is that you are completely healed prior to starting radiation. That normally takes 4-6 weeks but if there any issues this may be delayed until they have resolved.
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March 20, 2023
Answer: At least 6 weeks Your radiation will need to be delayed at least 6 weeks to ensure proper wound healing. If radiation is required following mastectomy, it is typically not safe to wait 4-6 months following surgery as the goal is to prevent further spread of cancer. It is necessary, however, to wait long enough for the majority of healing to occur, which will take about six weeks.
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March 20, 2023
Answer: At least 6 weeks Your radiation will need to be delayed at least 6 weeks to ensure proper wound healing. If radiation is required following mastectomy, it is typically not safe to wait 4-6 months following surgery as the goal is to prevent further spread of cancer. It is necessary, however, to wait long enough for the majority of healing to occur, which will take about six weeks.
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December 16, 2022
Answer: Radiation and DIEP flap timing On average, it takes 6-12 months for adult skin and soft tissue to recover from radiation enough to tolerate DIEP surgery. Some patients recover faster some slower. I schedule follow up with my patients 6 months after the last dose of radiation to assess skin recovery and determine timing of breast reconstruction.
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December 16, 2022
Answer: Radiation and DIEP flap timing On average, it takes 6-12 months for adult skin and soft tissue to recover from radiation enough to tolerate DIEP surgery. Some patients recover faster some slower. I schedule follow up with my patients 6 months after the last dose of radiation to assess skin recovery and determine timing of breast reconstruction.
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May 15, 2018
Answer: Radiation after DIEP flap I appreciate your question. In cases in which we know radiation is planned, I recommend patients wait to perform the DIEP flap until after radiation, since the treatment can cause some changes to the newly constructed breast. If you have the DIEP flap procedure and then find out radiation is needed, it usually takes about four to six weeks for the body to heal sufficiently for radiation treatment to begin. When you select your board-certified plastic surgeon for your reconstruction, it is important that the two physicians work as closely as possible to ensure your treatment and reconstruction surgery are as safe and seamless as possible. Choosing a plastic surgeon that specializes in breast reconstruction will also enable your team to produce the best outcome for you. Best wishes on a successful process!
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May 15, 2018
Answer: Radiation after DIEP flap I appreciate your question. In cases in which we know radiation is planned, I recommend patients wait to perform the DIEP flap until after radiation, since the treatment can cause some changes to the newly constructed breast. If you have the DIEP flap procedure and then find out radiation is needed, it usually takes about four to six weeks for the body to heal sufficiently for radiation treatment to begin. When you select your board-certified plastic surgeon for your reconstruction, it is important that the two physicians work as closely as possible to ensure your treatment and reconstruction surgery are as safe and seamless as possible. Choosing a plastic surgeon that specializes in breast reconstruction will also enable your team to produce the best outcome for you. Best wishes on a successful process!
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Answer: Radiation after DIEP flap can be started 4-6 weeks after surgery Radiation after DIEP flap is often started 4-6 weeks after surgery. This gives ample time for the surgical site to heal.
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Answer: Radiation after DIEP flap can be started 4-6 weeks after surgery Radiation after DIEP flap is often started 4-6 weeks after surgery. This gives ample time for the surgical site to heal.
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