An increasing number of breast cancer patients are seeking microsurgical breast reconstruction, according to a study in the journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Doctors surveyed more than 300 women who had undergone breast reconstruction, all at a single institution. Data was gathered about their age, background, referral patterns and decision-making processes.
The conclusion was that patients seeking microsurgical breast reconstruction were:
- Independent decision-makers for health care services
- More likely to seek out a reconstructive surgeon on their own
- Likely to go online to research breast reconstruction procedures
Breast reconstruction procedures such as Free TRAM flap, DIEP Flap, SIEA Flap and SGAP Flap were classified as a “highly sought after” amongst this group. The key difference with these microsurgical procedures is the reconnection of blood vessels from the donor site to the reconstructive site. Learn more at San Antonio Cosmetic Surgery by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Ortegon.