According to a newly published report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), almost 70% of women who are eligible for breast reconstruction procedures aren’t informed of the options available to them. During breast reconstruction procedures, surgeons attempt to restore near normal shape, appearance and size after mastectomy.
Many plastic surgeons believe that the conversation about breast reconstruction should start as soon as a breast cancer diagnosis is made. That would enable the plastic surgeon to be part of the initial team of doctors and possibly ensure a better treatment plan.

More than 79,000 breast reconstruction procedures were performed in 2008. …read more