Reconstrucción Mamaria
Today, breast cancer remains the most common type of tumor among women in our society. In addition to being a serious disease, its treatment often involves a mastectomy or breast removal.
Breast reconstruction is an essential step toward returning to normalcy. It not only restores a lost organ but also helps recover femininity, self-image, and psychological balance, and mitigates the impact of the cancer battle.
The choice of the most appropriate type of intervention should be personalized based on the patient’s characteristics and the disease state, potentially combining multiple techniques.
The first surgical phase takes approximately two hours, and the second, when the definitive prosthesis is implanted, takes about an hour and a half.
By periodically injecting fluid in consultation, the desired volume of skin expansion is achieved. Once the ideal size is reached, a wait of two to six months is required before the second surgery.
Procedure
The tissue expander method involves temporarily placing an implant that gradually expands as it is filled with fluid, creating excess skin in the area where the breast was removed.
This allows a standard silicone gel breast implant to be inserted during a second surgery to recreate the original breast shape.
After a few months, a third procedure is performed under local anesthesia to reconstruct the areola and nipple.
The first surgery lasts about two hours, and the second about an hour and a half.
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Duration
Approximately 2-4 hours.
The duration depends on the chosen technique.
Type of Anesthesia
The procedure is typically performed under general or regional anesthesia.
Need for Hospitalization
Depending on the chosen technique, breast size, type of anesthesia, and duration of the surgery, patients may be discharged on the same day or may need to stay overnight in the hospital.
Possible Side Effects
- Prolonged swelling.
- Delayed healing.
Potential Risks
- Pathological scarring.
- Loss of nipple sensation.
- Inability to breastfeed.
- Loss of nipple and/or breast tissue.
- Unsatisfactory achievement of aesthetic goals.
Recovery Time
Recovery typically takes about two weeks.
Strenuous physical activities should be avoided for three to six weeks after the surgery.
Type of Result
Most patients who undergo breast reconstruction are satisfied with the improvement and enjoy their new appearance.
