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Reconstruction after radiation Implants vs fat grafting?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jun 30 10:31am | Replies (7)
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I had a DIEP Flap after radiation (one breast) instead of an implant - some of my motivation was to not have any trouble after with leaking or replacing in the next 30/40/50 years. Quality of life was brought up.

I had a tissue expander too which would have stayed and that would have knocked out getting my yearly MRI scan.

The surgery was really hard and even after a year I was questioning my decision, but now 3 years out I am very happy.

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emily | @emiliyb | Oct 9, 2024

Thanks for the response. I thought about the flap but it sounds too scary and even more long recovery after. I am thinking about fat grafting though. Thanks again.

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