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Breast reconstruction in summary

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There are many possibilities when the question of breast reconstruction is considered. There is no correct answer.

The options depend on:

  • The stage of the cancer and the type
  • How healthy and young you are
  • What your figure is like
  • What the other breast looks like
  • What cosmetic result you will find acceptable and how much you are prepared to go through to achieve it

Read more:
What is breast cancer?
Types of mastectomy

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