The extensively updated text includes new information on; The benefits and limitations of traditional versus advanced procedures; How mastectomy affects sensation, scarring, and projection; What to expect from nipple-sparing mastectomy; How reconstruction restores shape, size, and projection; The pros and cons of saline and silicone breast implants; The differences between muscle-sparing and muscle-sacrificing natural tissue reconstruction; Improving results with fat grafting; 3-D nipple tattooing; How radiation therapy impacts reconstruction; Male mastectomy and reconstruction; The physical and emotional effects of surgery and recoveryFeaturing before-and-after patient photos, expert commentaries, and patient stories, this guide describes the mastectomy and reconstructive journey from research to recovery so readers can make informed decisions about what is best for them.
