Making a decision
I would really love to hear from anyone that has had a double mastectomy using Tram flap reconstruction. I am at the moment trying to decide whether to just have a single mastectomy or a double. I ...
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Hi Anne
I had my surgery in November 2011, and no my surgeon did not use my stomach muscle which was great. They can find fat anyway, believe me!!! I have no weakness in my back whatsoever, just initially slight weakness with my stomach but all is well now. After about 2 months I was back at the gym, running and swimming. I strongly recommend this type of procedure as by using your own tissue from your stomach your breasts have a far more natural look. My surgeon also saved my nipples!