Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

Breast reconstruction is a type of surgery for women who have had a breast removed. Here you can find information to help you better understand your options if you are considering breast reconstruction. Click on the topics below to get started.

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• What is breast reconstruction?
• New choices in breast cancer surgery and reconstruction
• Types of breast reconstruction
• Nipple and areola reconstruction
• Choosing your plastic surgeon
• Before surgery
• After breast reconstruction surgery
• Can breast reconstruction hide cancer, or cause it to come back?
• Our Reach to Recovery program
• Glossary
• Additional resources
• References