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Louise_Macgrego
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11 years ago

TRAM flap

My name is Louise, in Dec 2013 a routine mammogram revealed a DCIS, fortunately very small, .6mm, which all came out in biopsy. Lumpectomy showed no further cancer which meant no radium or chemo thank God. I had my ovaries removed as prevention in Apr 2014 and then had genetic testing in October 2014 which unfortunately tested positive to BRCA2 gene. Consequently, I have opted for bilateral mastectomy with TRAM flap reconstruction in April 2015. My surgeon said it is a 10-12 hour operation with 7 surgeons/assistants working on me at once, which is a bit daunting. I would like to talk to any ladies who have had the same surgery, if they're happy with their decision, and any advice on what to expect or tips on assisting recovery. Thanks guys x
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    mum2jj
    Member
    11 years ago
    So sorry that you need to be here. You have had a pretty tough year and made some tough decisions. Just letting you know about the private Breast reconstruction online group. There is a wealth of information from women who have had the surgery you are proposing and loads of informative tags to click on. You just need to request membership. http://www.bcna.org.au/group/61026 Just click on the link and follow the instructions on how to request membership. Sending yiu a cyber hug. Paula x