Breast recon - fat grafting
Hi all I’m considering fat grafting as my sole reconstruction choice and keen to hear about anyone else’s experiences. I’m leaning that way for a few reasons; very small framed and I’m happy with j...
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Hello everyone,
I have just had two wide excision lumpectomies on my left breast (invasive lobular cancer) and now have what I refer to as my 'half eaten hamburger'.
My lovely surgeon has explained due to my second (unexpected) cancer and op, it was difficult to maintain the breast shape, and after I finish radiotherapy and allow for settling, she has offered me a reconstruction with fat transfer in six months time. I will decide then, but for this reason I tried to join the special reconstruction group, but have not heard back yet (unsure if I meet their criteria?)
My surgeon did say this procedure is quite common elsewhere, she has done many elsewhere, but not many are taking it up in Perth. (We are a bit dopey over here!)
I will also be keen to read of other's experience and welcome any advice etc.
Toodles for now,
I have just had two wide excision lumpectomies on my left breast (invasive lobular cancer) and now have what I refer to as my 'half eaten hamburger'.
My lovely surgeon has explained due to my second (unexpected) cancer and op, it was difficult to maintain the breast shape, and after I finish radiotherapy and allow for settling, she has offered me a reconstruction with fat transfer in six months time. I will decide then, but for this reason I tried to join the special reconstruction group, but have not heard back yet (unsure if I meet their criteria?)
My surgeon did say this procedure is quite common elsewhere, she has done many elsewhere, but not many are taking it up in Perth. (We are a bit dopey over here!)
I will also be keen to read of other's experience and welcome any advice etc.
Toodles for now,