Breast Reconstruction for Breast Cancer Patients

Breast Reconstruction for Patients

Author: Patricia Woloch

While is a very difficult challenge to face, mastectomy surgery is not as limiting as it once was, thanks to modern technology. Certain cosmetic surgeons like Orange County’s Dr. Domanskis offer state-of-the-art breast reconstruction to help women who’ve been affected by to regain their feminine shape. 

Women who have had a mastectomy or double mastectomy are often put through emotional turmoil when faced with the prospect of losing one of the traditional symbols of femininity and childbearing. Experienced cosmetic surgery practices offer patients the opportunity to regain the confidence they may have had before mastectomy, with natural-looking breast reconstruction using safe implants. 

Reconstruction Progress 

Breast reconstruction techniques today are so advanced that you can conceal your mastectomy! As research and development continues, each new generation sees great progress in the area of breast reconstruction. 

Your ideal reconstruction surgeon should fully understand your needs as a patient, and deliver very personal surgical counseling before and after the procedure. In order to rebuild the breast and restore the shape and size, your cosmetic surgeon and support team will discuss your personal appearance goals in depth before designing your procedure. Modern techniques even allow for reconstruction of the nipples and areolas!

While you may be frightened or unsure how reconstructed breasts might look, your surgeon and staff should be available to answer any questions you may have and give you an objective perspective on the procedure. The majority of surgery patients are able to have the reconstruction procedure performed, but you can only be certain you are a good candidate after a through examination and health history review.

If you need only a single mastectomy, an experienced breast

Estrogen for Triple Negative Breast Cancer
<b>Condition</b>:   Female Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: Estradiol<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   University of Wisconsin, Madison<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Ixabepilone and Vorinostat in Treating Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer
<b>Conditions</b>:   Male Breast Cancer;   Recurrent Breast Cancer;   Stage IV Breast Cancer<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Drug: vorinostat;   Drug: ixabepilone<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   City of Hope Medical Center<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Female Cancer Patients' Preference For Sexual Health Interventions
<b>Conditions</b>:   Breast Cancer;   Gynecologic Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   <br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Radiation Therapy in Treating Women With Locally Recurrent Breast Cancer Previously Treated With Repeat Breast-Preserving Surgery
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Other: laboratory biomarker analysis;   Other: questionnaire administration;   Procedure: adjuvant therapy;   Radiation: 3-dimensional conformal accelerated partial breast irradiation<br/><b>Sponsors</b>:   Radiation Therapy Oncology Group;   National Cancer Institute (NCI)<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Study of XL147 or XL765 in Combination With Letrozole in Subjects With Breast Cancer
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Drug: XL147;   Drug: XL765;   Drug: letrozole (Femara)<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Exelixis<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Survey Conducted Among Early Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Arimidex for Evaluation of Treatment Adherence
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   <br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   AstraZeneca<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
89Zr-trastuzumab PET for Imaging the Effect of HSP90 Inhibition
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Other: Imaging with 89Zr-trastuzumab PET<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   University Medical Centre Groningen<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Evaluating the Age Extension of the NHS Breast Screening Programme
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer Mortality<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Other: Invitation for breast screening<br/><b>Sponsors</b>:   University of Oxford;   Department of Health, United Kingdom<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Imaging HSP90 Inhibitor AUY922 on VEGF-89ZR-bevacizumab PET
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Other: 89Zr-bevacizumab PET imaging<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   University Medical Centre Groningen<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
The Effect of Aromatase Inhibitors on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Women With Breast Cancer
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   <br/><b>Sponsors</b>:   University of Pittsburgh;   National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
A Non-inferiority Study Comparing Two Filgrastim Preparations in Breast Cancer
<b>Condition</b>:   Neutropenia in Breast Cancer<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Drug: Filgrastim (Eurofarma);   Drug: Filgrastim (Granulokine, Amgen)<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Eurofarma Laboratorios Ltda<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Letrozole in Treating Healthy Postmenopausal Women at High Risk for Breast Cancer
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: letrozole<br/><b>Sponsors</b>:   University of Arizona;   National Cancer Institute (NCI)<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Brain Metastasis in Breast Cancer Patients
<b>Condition</b>:   Breast Cancer<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: Trastuzumab or Lapatinib<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   GlaxoSmithKline<br/><b>Active, not recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Study of Tamoxifen Dose Escalation in Breast Cancer Patients With CYP2D6 Polymorphisms
<b>Conditions</b>:   Breast Cancer;   CYP2D6 Polymorphism<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: Tamoxifen<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Sydney West Area Health Service<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Prevention of Capsular Contracture Using Trental and Vitamin E
<b>Condition</b>:   Capsular Contractures<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: Trental<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Legacy Health System<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Lymph Fluid and Blood Collection for Identification of Novel Biomarkers
<b>Condition</b>:   Adenocarcinoma of the Breast<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   <br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Indiana University<br/><b>Not yet recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Open Label Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of Olaparib in Confirmed Genetic BRCA1 or BRCA2 Mutation Pats
<b>Conditions</b>:   Ovarian;   Breast;   Prostate;   Pancreatic;   Advanced Tumours<br/><b>Intervention</b>:   Drug: olaparib<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   AstraZeneca<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010
Carcinogenicity Study of Bupropion
<b>Conditions</b>:   Depressive Disorder;   Cancer<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Drug: Regular bupropion use;   Drug: Regular SSRI (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) use;   Drug: Regular use of any other antidepressant;   Drug: Regular TCA (Tricyclic antidepressants) use<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   GlaxoSmithKline<br/><b>Active, not recruiting</b> - verified February 2010
Pilot Pharmacokinetic Study of Daily Versus Monthly High-Dose Cholecalciferol Supplementation
<b>Condition</b>:   Healthy Volunteers<br/><b>Interventions</b>:   Dietary Supplement: Single High Dose Cholecalciferol;   Dietary Supplement: Daily Dose Cholecalciferol<br/><b>Sponsor</b>:   Mayo Clinic<br/><b>Recruiting</b> - verified March 2010

reconstruction team will match the reconstructed breast to your natural one. Although there is no guarantee as to the reconstruction potential, you will experience a marked improvement in the appearance. Physical benefits aside, many breast reconstruction patients report significantly enhanced body image and improved self-esteem after their surgery.

Reconstruction Types

We offer several types of breast reconstruction procedures. Your ideal type will depend on your body type, your reconstruction goals, and the outcome of the mastectomy or double mastectomy. The TRAM (transverse rectus abdominis muscle) flap method of breast reconstruction is a very popular one. In this method, Dr. Domanskis uses tissue from the lower abdomen to recreate the breast, often eliminating the need for an implant. Saline or silicone-filled implants may also be used in reconstruction.

You could have reconstruction performed during or after your mastectomy, based on your oncologist’s recommendation.

• Immediate reconstruction – performed at the same time as the mastectomy, it saves time and tissue trauma.

• Delayed reconstruction – done after a mastectomy, this may be recommended if you need radiation therapy after the mastectomy.

The options for breast reconstruction are plentiful – if you were a small cup size before, you may have the opportunity to have your breasts reconstructed to a larger cup size! Breast reconstruction can give you back a balanced breast appearance, help you permanently regain a flattering contour, and restore your faith that does not have to impact your physical shape or your femininity!

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