Breast cancer treatment involves surgical intervention, which is followed by deformation or complete loss of the breasts. Every woman is concerned about her appearance, so restoring beauty after surgery is essential. Breast reconstruction in Israel is an excellent option for those patients who want to be not only healthy but also attractive.
Thanks to the development of medicine and technology, and the high professionalism of Israeli doctors, modern women, even after breast removal, can "recreate" a breast whose shape, size, and appearance resemble natural ones. Often, the procedure is performed immediately after tumor removal, so the patient sees herself with already restored breasts. In general, breast reconstruction (mastectomy) is primarily an "aesthetic" surgical intervention aimed at improving a woman's appearance, restoring volume, shape, and symmetry of the breasts.
Reasons
The only reason for this operation is the absence or deformation of the breasts due to surgical intervention for tumor removal. It is worth noting that breast reconstruction in Israel (and in any other country) immediately after tumor removal is a complex procedure; it is not recommended for patients with hypertension, excess weight, or smokers.
Planning Breast Reconstruction Surgery in Israel
For the best surgical intervention plan, a collaborative effort between an oncologist and a plastic surgeon is necessary. The first doctor will be your consultant regarding the primary issue – the tumor, its detection, diagnosis, and treatment; the second will focus on restoring the shapes. Before starting treatment, it is essential to consult your doctor regarding nutrition, smoking, vitamin intake, and medications.
Features of Mastectomy
The breast can be reconstructed using the patient's own tissues or artificial materials – implants or expanders. Sometimes, both an implant and tissue are used simultaneously. Typically, the first stage of the procedure is performed under general anesthesia, while all subsequent stages are done only with local anesthesia and the use of sedatives. The postoperative period lasts up to six weeks (during which the final result can only be noticed after 2-3 months). Patients are discharged from the hospital on the third to fifth day; they return to work after several weeks of rest following the surgical intervention. Stitches are removed within 7-10 days after the operation. In the first few days, a high body temperature may persist.