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Breast reconstruction through tissue expansion
- Source :
- Plastic Surgical Nursing. Fall, 1996, Vol. 16 Issue 3, p139, 7 p.
- Publication Year :
- 1996
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Abstract
- Following a mastectomy, women can choose breast reconstruction through tissue expansion as an alternative to muscle flap surgery. The procedure involves stretching the skin with an inflatable expander, and though it is less predictable and offers some disadvantages, it is also less complicated and invasive than other procedures. Post operative care following the procedure is critical.
Details
- ISSN :
- 07415206
- Volume :
- 16
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- Plastic Surgical Nursing
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.18977772