I'm not in your situation (single mastectomy without recon) but I think @kezmusc is right - it's one of those things that has to be right for you. Asking here is research but I think that you need some clear answers about risks and treatments as well. Eg. 17%-60% is a pretty big range - what does it actually mean? Radiation may make a difference to recon - is it on the cards, or not? Given your elevated risk, what type of scans are lined up for you in the future to monitor? And the big one...how do you think you will manage if you do or if you don't? The suggestion to speak to someone in a professional capacity who can guide you in this is a good one. Someone like a breast care nurse - or the nurse who does the education about recon in the hospital you're attending (they tend to be pretty honest). In the past, I have found that actually writing my thoughts down into a pros and cons list does tend to make big decisions like this much clearer (even if not easier). Take care.
