Medical articles of Breast reconstruction

13/03/2026
Mr Debashis Ghosh
Surgeon
New innovations in breast reconstruction
A breast reconstruction often follows breast cancer surgery, either immediately in the same procedure (immediate breast reconstruction) or sometime after the initial breast cancer surgery (referred to as a delayed or two-stage reconstruction). Ensuring optimal results requires an artistic eye and strategy; there are many factors to a breast reconstruction that need to be considered by both the surgeon and patient. Due to this, there are several options amongst the breadth techniques and technologies that can be utilised. The primary concern of a breast reconstruction is the aesthetic outcome and speedier recovery, so that the patient can feel comfortable and confident. In this article, a consultant oncoplastic and breast surgeon shares the new innovations in breast reconstruction surgery that are being implemented in order to have optimised, seamless results.
03/06/2025
Professor Amtul Razzaq Carmichael
Oncoplastic breast surgeon
Expert insights into chest wall perforator flap (CWPF) surgery for breast reconstruction
Chest wall perforator flap (CWPF) (also called LICAP, MICAP and AICAP surgery) is an innovative partial breast reconstruction procedure that allows patients with breast cancer to save their breasts and to preserve their natural appearance. Professor Amtul Razzaq Carmichael, highly-regarded consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, provides an expert insight.
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07/04/2025
Mr Venkat Ramakrishnan
Plastic Surgeon
A comprehensive guide to breast construction
Breast reconstruction is something many patients may wish to explore after a mastectomy. In this article, a leading breast surgeon explains the differences between the types of breast reconstructions.
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27/02/2025
Ms Monika Kaushik
Consultant Oncoplastic and Breast Surgeon
Understanding implant-based breast reconstruction
After undergoing a life-saving mastectomy, a breast reconstruction using implants can help patients regain a sense of normalcy and restore their self-confidence, as detailed by a consultant oncoplastic and breast surgeon in this article.
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15/01/2025
Mr Venkat Ramakrishnan
Plastic Surgeon
All about the DIEP flap reconstruction procedure
The deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap procedure is one of the several methods to reconstruct the form of the breasts during or after a mastectomy. In this article, an acclaimed plastic surgeon explains the benefits of the DIEP flap reconstruction, and why it may be preferable for patients compared to other techniques.
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10/01/2025
Mr Mohamed Shaaban
Consultant Laparoscopic, General, and Oncoplastic Surgeon
How to decrease postoperative infection risk following breast reconstruction surgery
Breast reconstruction is a complex procedure that can restore confidence and comfort for many women after mastectomy or breast trauma. However, like any surgery, it carries the risk of complications, including post-operative infections. Mr Mohamed Shaaban, consultant in general, laparoscopic, and breast surgery, provides an expert guide to the risks, prevention strategies, and early signs of infection following breast reconstruction.
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23/12/2024
Mr Tahir Masudi
Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon
What you need to know about immediate breast reconstruction
In order to treat breast cancer and stop it from further metastasising, a mastectomy (removal of the breast or breasts) is sometimes necessitated. However, some patients can struggle with their self-image and confidence after a mastectomy due to the dramatic change in their body and silhouette. They may choose to get a breast reconstruction or augmentation surgery further down the line, but this means undergoing several major procedures, which can be tiring or even dangerous. An alternative for those who are undergoing a mastectomy but would like to maintain the breast shape is an immediate breast reconstruction, which is a surgery that combines a mastectomy with a reconstructive procedure at the same time. In this article, a consultant breast and oncoplastic surgeon explains this procedure, its benefits, and possible disadvantages.
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06/12/2024
Miss Susan Hignett
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
A new breast lump - What should I do?
Discovering a new breast lump can be worrying, but taking prompt action and seeking the right care can make a significant difference. Here, Miss Susan Hignett, distinguished consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, will guide you through the steps you need to take if you find a new breast lump, the diagnostic tests involved, and the treatment options available if required.
05/11/2024
Mr Mohamed Shaaban
Consultant Laparoscopic, General, and Oncoplastic Surgeon
All about acellular dermal matrix (ADM) mesh for breast reconstructions
In this article, extremely well-regarded consultant laparoscopic, general, and oncoplastic surgeon, Mr Mohamed Shaaban, explains how acellular dermal matrix (ADM) mesh can be used when performing breast reconstruction surgery.
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04/11/2024
Mr Harun Thomas
Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon
Finding a breast lump: What it means and how to get it checked
Breast lumps are common and can occur for a variety of reasons. However, their discovery can be a worrying experience, and it’s natural to have questions and concerns. Here, Mr Harun Thomas, renowned consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon, explains what breast lumps are, how they are checked, and the treatment options available, providing clear information to help guide you through the next steps if you discover a lump in your breast.
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