Expander to implant surgery
Hi, I’m looking for feedback on how long everyone had to wait to have their second surgery to replace the tissue expander with an implant. I’m being told that I’m now on a waitlist for ‘elective sur...
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Seds01 Sorry to hear that you’re in this “in-between” limbo stage. That uncertainty can be really difficult to sit with, especially when you’re waiting for more information or a clearer timeframe.
In the meantime, we wanted to share some information that may help explain why wait times for delayed breast reconstruction can vary, and what factors may influence those timeframes:
Mastectomy with delayed breast reconstruction
Timing of breast reconstruction
It is entirely appropriate to ask, “Where am I on the waiting list?” rather than simply being advised that you are on one. Waiting times can vary between hospitals and across different states and territories, so your treating team or hospital booking office may be best placed to provide the most relevant update.
Please reach out to our Helpline if we can support you further 1800 500 258.