Tissue Expander after Mastectomy
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Tissue expander shape after mastectomy is important ~ Does Shape of Tissue Expander for Breast Reconstruction Matter?
realself.com — “Answer from Richard Baxter, MD: One of the biggest advances in breast reconstruction has been the development of different profiles of tissue expanders....” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on January 11, 2011 at 8:55 pm By:
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Richard Baxter, MD answers: Does Shape of Tissue Expander for Breast Reconstruction Matter? http://t.co/hbnYOPK
Tissue expanders after bilateral masectomy shoulder pain. - Breast Cancer
healthcentral.com — “I had a bilateral masectomy on June 30, 2009. I plan on doing my exchange for silicone implants in Nov. How is the pain and recover time for the exchange...” View full resource at healthcentral.com
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@FreeDJTJ Women's concerns incl pimple on lower breast http://j.mp/n3QRVO Tissue expanders post bilateral mastectomy pain http://j.mp/rnkNze
What are my breast reconstruction options after a mastectomy?
talkabouthealth.com — “1. Tissue expanders and subsequent replacement with permanent implants. Ask about silicone vs. saline implants. How about the use of a skin and tissue replac” View full resource at talkabouthealth.com
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Dr C is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is also
an active member in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the
American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the Plastic Surgery
Education Foundation, the San Antonio International Society of Plastic
and Reconstructive Surgery, and the Texas Medical Society. He has also
served on the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr C's areas of special interest include advanced breast reconstruction techniques, minimally invasive (short scar) surgery of the breast, cosmetic surgery of the breast and body, and scar healing. His expertise in body contouring techniques has been featured in the national magazine ANEW. Dr C is also Chief Science Officer of C&H Scientific, Inc, makers of the scar treatment InviCible Scars." /> Dr Minas Chrysopoulo - PRMA Plastic Surgery Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, Physician, Active Health Library, and Doctor
Just answered a question on TalkAboutHealth: "What are my breast reconstruction options after a mastectomy?" http://bit.ly/hgf5a0
Improving expander breast reconstruction recovery ~ After Bilateral Mastectomy, my Expanders Are Excruciating
realself.com — “Answer from Richard Baxter, MD: Although your symptoms may be entirely normal, I would need more information to advise about your specific case. For...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on January 3, 2011 at 6:27 pm By:
Richard Baxter Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Richard Baxter, MD answers: After Bilateral Mastectomy, my Expanders Are Excruciating http://t.co/RH8sQUJ
repair of muscle damage with tissue expansion ~ How to Repair Muscle Damage Due to Expander Extrusion Post Double Mastectomy?
realself.com — “I am sure you understand that no one can give you definitive advice without seeing you, but if there is an area where there is only skin over the expander...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2011 at 10:05 pm By:
Richard Baxter Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Repair of muscle damage with tissue expansion http://realself.com/t/316582
The Breast Cancer Reconstruction Blog: Breast Reconstruction With Tissue Much Safer Than Implants When Radiation Planned After Mastectomy
breast-cancer-reconstruction.blogspot.com — “This breast reconstruction blog introduces women with breast cancer to the latest reconstructive procedures available and discusses the latest breast reconstruction news. Women who have faced this ordeal are encouraged to share comments that may help others following in their footsteps. All articles published on this blog are free for reprint in their original, complete form. All rights reserved.” View full resource at breast-cancer-reconstruction.blogspot.com
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Dr C is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is also
an active member in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the
American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the Plastic Surgery
Education Foundation, the San Antonio International Society of Plastic
and Reconstructive Surgery, and the Texas Medical Society. He has also
served on the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr C's areas of special interest include advanced breast reconstruction techniques, minimally invasive (short scar) surgery of the breast, cosmetic surgery of the breast and body, and scar healing. His expertise in body contouring techniques has been featured in the national magazine ANEW. Dr C is also Chief Science Officer of C&H Scientific, Inc, makers of the scar treatment InviCible Scars." /> Dr Minas Chrysopoulo - PRMA Plastic Surgery Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, Physician, Active Health Library, and Doctor
Breast Reconstruction with Tissue Better Than Implants After #Radiation - http://jijr.com/UoS
Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert « Truth in Cosmetic Surgery
cosmeticsurgerytruth.com — “Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert « Truth in Cosmetic Surgery” View full resource at cosmeticsurgerytruth.com
Most Recently Shared on February 5, 2010 at 4:00 pm By:
John Di Saia MD Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Cos Surg Truth Blog Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert: ... http://bit.ly/cTZV6i
Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert « Truth in Cosmetic Surgery
cosmeticsurgerytruth.com — “Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert « Truth in Cosmetic Surgery” View full resource at cosmeticsurgerytruth.com
Most Recently Shared on February 5, 2010 at 4:00 pm By:
John Di Saia MD Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Cos Sur Truth Blog- Reader Question – After Mastectomy, Alloderm, Expanders – Wounds Won’t Heal – Picture Alert: D... http://bit.ly/aoSZMb
Options for failed first attempt at reconstruction with alloderm and expander ~ Failed Reconstruction After Mastectomy Due to Persistant Drainage. What Are my Options?
realself.com — “You could try another course of expanders without alloderm. Alternatively you could consider using a variety of flaps ranging from Latissimus or Tram...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on January 17, 2011 at 5:10 am By:
Otto J. Placik, M.D. Physician, Active Health Library, Doctor, Surgeon, and Plastic Surgeon
Options for failed first attempt at reconstruction with alloderm and expander http://realself.com/t/268773 #fb
Study of post-mastectomy breast reconstruction - National Cancer Institute
cancer.gov — “After a mastectomy, women who undergo breast reconstruction with tissue from their own abdomen experience significant gains in psychological, social, and sexual well-being as soon as three weeks after surgery.” View full resource at cancer.gov
Most Recently Shared on October 24, 2011 at 7:21 pm By:
Study @sloan_kettering finds early post-mastectomy breast reconstruction improves psychosocial & sexual well-being http://t.co/pFs5jyu0
AeroForm Breast Tissue Expanders Now Being Implanted in IDE Trial
medgadget.com — “Breast reconstruction following a mastectomy can be a painful and generally unpleasant experience that requires office visits for regular saline injection” View full resource at medgadget.com
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[News] AeroForm Breast Tissue Expanders Now Being Implanted in IDE Trial http://t.co/p5swqZ1U #medicaldevice
What's the Average Recovery Time of Breast Reconstruction for a Mastectomy? Doctor Answers, Tips
realself.com — “After a mastectomy and breast reconstruction, the recovery time is extremely variable. If the reconstruction is a tissue expander/implant...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on September 1, 2011 at 4:56 pm By:
Richard Baxter Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Recovery after breast reconstruction quickest with implant http://t.co/Y5rn9mA
Second Tissue Expander Filled « Chemo Field Trips
chemofieldtrips.com — “Second Tissue Expander Filled « Chemo Field Trips” View full resource at chemofieldtrips.com
Most Recently Shared on January 14, 2011 at 3:20 pm By:
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If a patient decides not to have breast implants after a double mastectomy, what are the other options?
talkabouthealth.com — “a breast may be reconstructed from the patient's own tissue such as from the abdomen (e.g. a TRAM flap) or a patient may choose to wear a special mastectomy bra” View full resource at talkabouthealth.com
Most Recently Shared on July 13, 2011 at 8:27 pm By:
"many options & one technique is absolutely not right for everyone." Great answer abt reconstruction options @DrAttai http://t.co/lGvCeCB
No simple answer to timing for breast reconstruction after radiation ~ After Radiation - How Long to Wait Before Replacing Expanders w/ Implants?
realself.com — “With radiation therapy, the tissue can become firm and lead to contracture around the implants, but it usually improves over time. This can be a couple of...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on April 26, 2011 at 9:04 pm By:
Richard Baxter Doctor, Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon, and Physician
Timing of breast reconstruction with implants after radiation treatment: http://t.co/5gYSiIS
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Dr C is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is also an active member in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the Plastic Surgery Education Foundation, the San Antonio International Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the Texas Medical Society. He has also served on the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr C's areas of special interest include advanced breast reconstruction techniques, minimally invasive (short scar) surgery of the breast, cosmetic surgery of the breast and body, and scar healing. His expertise in body contouring techniques has been featured in the national magazine ANEW. Dr C is also Chief Science Officer of C&H Scientific, Inc, makers of the scar treatment InviCible Scars." />Dr Minas Chrysopoulo - PRMA Plastic Surgery
Raised and educated in London, England, "Dr C" is a graduate of the University of London where he received his bachelor of science degree in Advanced Anatomy and Morphology prior to completing his medical degree. In 1997 , Dr. C moved from London to South Texas. Apparently this was "in search of a better climate". He continued his training in general surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio prior to his fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He has also completed fellowships in burn surgery and burn reconstruction at Shriner's Burn Hospital for Children in Galveston, and hand surgery and microsurgery at the Indiana Hand Center.
Dr C is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and is also an active member in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery, the Plastic Surgery Education Foundation, the San Antonio International Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the Texas Medical Society. He has also served on the National Board of Medical Examiners.
Dr C's areas of special interest include advanced breast reconstruction techniques, minimally invasive (short scar) surgery of the breast, cosmetic surgery of the breast and body, and scar healing. His expertise in body contouring techniques has been featured in the national magazine ANEW. Dr C is also Chief Science Officer of C&H Scientific, Inc, makers of the scar treatment InviCible Scars.
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