Expert commentary by physicians and insights from patients inform this book, as does the exhaustive research by the author, a two-time breast cancer survivor who has twice had reconstructive surgery.
New in this edition are discussions of
* the pros and cons of saline and silicone implants
* solutions for post-lumpectomy cosmetic problems
* new immediate-delayed reconstruction when post-mastectomy radiation may be required
* the benefits and limitations of nipple-sparing mastectomy
* considerations for direct-to-implant reconstruction
* newly developed tissue flap procedures
* who can best apply nipple and areola tattoos and why tattoos may not last
* enriching fat with stem cells so it stays in the breast
* patient-controlled tissue expansion
* how insurance and health care reform affect reconstruction