Hello~ I had bilateral mastectomy for bc 11/19. Expanders were placed at that time. Everything happened very quickly, and in short, upon research and reflection, I do not want reconstruction. Can anyone of you tell me what expander removal without implant placement would involve? Thank you so much for your time.
Thank you for sharing your excellent question. Some patients do elect to defer on reconstruction after their mastectomy and with tissue expanders in place, the only procedure required would be to remove them and any ancillary tissue used during their placement. Hope this helps.
so don t you want more implants after the removal of the expander.
there are some options with autologous tissue ,but it will be much more easier with implants and cheaper,and less painful
Dear Corgi,
Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Based on your description, it should be possible to remove the implants if you desire. This is a simple procedure, if that is all that is required. It is best to answer your question during a face-to-face evaluation, when you can discuss your goals and expectations for the procedure, and you can have a physical examination to evaluate for that procedure. I recommend that you find a board-certified, or board-eligible plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of similar patients whom have had this procedure. If you have any questions, call our office for assistance. Good luck!