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Book SynopsisTrade Review... a reliable source of information for individuals grappling with breast cancer.
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CureTable of ContentsForeword
Sue Friedman, DVM
Introduction
Part I. Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction Basics
Chapter One. Why Mastectomy?
Chapter Two. Considering a Risk-Reducing Mastectomy
Chapter Three. Going Flat: Mastectomy without Reconstruction
Chapter Four. How a Mastectomy Affects Reconstruction
Chapter Five. Breast Reconstruction Basics
Part II. Rebuilding the Breasts
Chapter Six. Reconstruction with Breast Implants
Chapter Seven. The Expander Experience
Chapter Eight. Autologous Tissue Flaps
Part III. Procedures to Improve Symmetry, Shape, and Appearance
Chapter Nine. Revision Procedures
Chapter Ten. Modifying Your Opposite Breast
Chapter Eleven. Final Touches: Re-creating Your Nipple and Areola
Part IV. What to Expect from Prep, Post-op, Recovery, and Beyond
Chapter Twelve. Preparing for Surgery
Chapter Thirteen. What to Expect in the Hospital
Chapter Fourteen. Back Home
Chapter Fifteen. Dealing with Unexpected Problems
Chapter Sixteen. Life after Reconstruction
Part V. Finding Answers, Making Decisions
Chapter Seventeen. Shopping for Surgeons
Chapter Eighteen. Payment and Insurance Issues
Chapter Nineteen. A Road Map for Making Difficult Decisions
Chapter Twenty. Information for Family and Friends
Acknowledgments
Glossary
Resources
Notes
Index
