For a decade The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook has been the best resource on this topic for women who have had a mastectomy. Equal parts science and support, it is filled with stories that illustrate the emotional and physical components of breast reconstruction. Readers will find advice about choosing a doctor and a procedure, insurance and payment issues, how to prepare for surgery, and what to expect during recovery. 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

Title: The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook: Issues and Answers from Research to Recovery ISBN10: 1421407205 EAN: 9781421407203 Genre: HEALTH & FITNESS / Women's Health Author: Steligo, Kathy CONDITION - GOOD - Pre-Owned - Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include 'From the library of' labels or previous owner inscriptions. Accessories such as CD, codes, toys, may not be included.