What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info
Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info
Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*
Age
*
A personal history of breast cancer
*
Genetic predisposition
*
Radiation exposure
*
Excess weight in upper part of body
*
Late menopause
*
First pregnancy at older age
*
Birth control pills
*
Mammographic breast density
*
Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com
http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

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Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

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You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com
http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info
Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info
Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com

http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

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You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

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What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

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A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

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What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

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Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

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After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

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Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

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Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

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Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*
Age
*
A personal history of breast cancer
*
Genetic predisposition
*
Radiation exposure
*
Excess weight in upper part of body
*
Late menopause
*
First pregnancy at older age
*
Birth control pills
*
Mammographic breast density
*
Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What would some of the drawbacks (or risks) of a DIEP be?

The DIEP flap is a significant surgery, in that it can be a lengthy procedure averaging 4-8 hours, depending on size of the breast, size of the patient, unilateral or bilateral reconstruction, and unforeseeable anatomical variations that can increase the technical difficulty of the surgery. The hospital stay is a minimum of 3 days and the recovery can be relatively difficult, taking 4-6 weeks to get back to normal. There is also a small but real chance that a blood transfusion will be necessary. Patients can donate their own blood in advance if time permits. There is also a sizable scar left on the abdomen, although similar to that left by a tummy tuck.

http://www.leifrogersmd.com
http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

Candidates of DIEP surgery

One out of nine women has the possibility to have breast cancer. Every year, tons of women suffer and undergo the same situation-- fighting the same disease. Consequently, women suffering from breast cancer can choose to have breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy, otherwise they may opt to go through reconstructive surgery at a later date.

Practically, every woman can prefer for a DIEP flap procedure, with only one exception. Women lacking sufficient abdominal tissue to create or reconstruct a breast can’t undergo such operation. Younger women who are exceptionally muscular or into sports, may fall in this category, and may select substitute reconstructive solutions.

In addition, women who are medically not capable to endure a lengthy surgery (six hours or more), should talk about further options with their oncologists. If they won’t be able to carry on the extensive procedure brought about by DIEP flap, they can opt for other short- timed operations—that has almost the same reconstructive measures.

Radiotherapy

For more informations please visit http://www.leifrogersmd.com and http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

After mastectomy, radiotherapy is given to patients who are considered to be at risk of recurrence. Radiotherapy kills cells that are growing and has greater effects on cancer than on surrounding tissue.

After a few days of radiotherapy, the patient's skin may look red and feel a bit sore. Towards the end of treatment, there may also be some blistering of the skin.

Chemotherapy

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Chemotherapy involves being given a combination of anti-cancer medicines, often up to three at a time. It may be preferable for more advanced cancer that is not hormone responsive and for aggressive disease, particularly if the cancer has spread to other sites, such as the liver. It is sometimes administered prior to surgery in order to shrink a tumor.

Surgery

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Surgery can be an excision of the tumor with surrounding normal breast tissue (breast conservation) or removal of the whole breast (mastectomy). Clinical trials comparing mastectomy and breast conservation have shown that the two produce identical results.

If the lump is relatively small it is usually possible for the surgeon to remove it along with a small amount of surrounding normal tissue. This is called lumpectomy, wide local excision or breast-conserving surgery.

With a larger lump, this breast-conserving operation may not be possible because so much of the breast tissue would have been taken away that it would badly distort the breast.

Once the lump and surrounding tissue is removed it needs to be examined under the microscope. In some women, the surrounding tissue is abnormal and a further operation is necessary.

Risk Factors

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com, http://www.leifrogersmd.com

Some risk factors, such as age, sex and family history, can't be changed, whereas others, including weight, smoking and a poor diet, are under your control.

But having one or even several risk factors doesn't necessarily mean you'll develop cancer — most women with breast cancer have no known risk factors other than simply being women. In fact, being female is the single greatest risk factor for breast cancer. Although men can develop the disease, it's far more common in women.

Other factors that may make you more susceptible to breast cancer include:

*

Age

*

A personal history of breast cancer

*

Genetic predisposition

*

Radiation exposure

*

Excess weight in upper part of body

*

Late menopause

*

First pregnancy at older age

*

Birth control pills

*

Mammographic breast density

*

Precancerous breast changes (atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma)

www.obagicare.com

Formulated in a cream base this eye contour product helps replenish elastin and build collagen to reduce wrinkles and crepey skin around the eyes

www.obagicare.com

You will use this unique formula to lighten dark areas in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots. This cream was designed for blending purposes. Your doctor will prescribe tretinoin (Complex A) and provide instructions for application, with Nu-Derm Blender.

Skin Health Restoration

Obagi is the pioneer in introducing the concept of Skin Health Restoration through correcting skin functions. While traditional methods of skin care address the surface only - with limited benefits, Obagi products address the skin in its totality. This Total Approach in treating and reversing skin aging remains unique in improving even the most difficult skin problems. Best of all, it can show you how to maintain healthy skin indefinitely.

I had mastectomy and tissue expander put in 4 years ago, then had infection 3 months later and had the implant removed, then had a Becker implant put

The DIEP flap method of breast reconstruction can only be performed a single time, whether it is one breast or both. Therefore, if a single breast is reconstructed with a DIEP flap and the other breast needs to be reconstructed in the future, a different type of reconstruction will have to be utilized. There are other flaps that can be used such as the TUG flap or SGAP, as well as the Latissimus flap with an implant. The other option, which has become increasingly popular, is to have a prophylactic mastectomy on the other side in order to have both breasts reconstructed simultaneously with the DIEP flap.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

What are some questions a woman should ask a plastic surgeon, before deciding on this reconstruction procedure?

What are the alternatives to the DIEP flap? (Including alternative microsurgical and non-microsurgical techniques.) Whether DIEP flaps are a significant part of the surgeons practice? (Since success rates are directly related to a surgeons experience.) What happens if the flap fails? (The national reported flap failure rate ranges from 3%-1dependingding on the type of flap performed.) How many additional surgeries will be necessary in addition to the DIEP flap? (At least one or more surgeries will be necessary in order to fine tune the appearance, as well as reconstruct the nipples in the final stage.)

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info

Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com

A DIEP flap is called a "free" flap breast microsurgery procedure. What is a "free" flap and how does microsurgery facilitate the success of a DIEP fl

The term "free flap" refers to the technique that utilizes the transposition of tissues a significant anatomical distance requiring the complete separation of the tissues from the donor site in order to move them to the recipient site. Microsurgery refers to the re-connection of tiny blood vessels by hand sewing them together or using a coupler device under a microscope. Free Flap Microsurgery is vital in the success of the DIEP flap since the muscle is not used (such as in the TRAM flap), the tissue is based on tiny vessels and must be moved a significant distance.

Visit http://www.diepbreastreconstruction.info
Visit http://www.diep-breastreconstruction.com