Bibliograph

Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction, what's right for you, Patricia Anstett ; with photography by Kathleen Galligan

Type

Label

Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction, what's right for you, Patricia Anstett ; with photography by Kathleen Galligan

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-224) and index

resource.biographical

contains biographical information

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Breast cancer surgery and reconstruction

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

925498138

Responsibility statement

Patricia Anstett ; with photography by Kathleen Galligan

Sub title

what's right for you

Summary

"Breast Cancer Surgery and Reconstruction offers a glimpse into the big picture of the various stages and types of breast reconstruction using stories and photos of real women. It offers a true picture of what breast reconstruction entails, and offers hope to those facing it. This is a book to help women with a variety of issues surrounding their choices, with powerful insights from women who have been there, "--Amazon.com

Table Of Contents

Modern breast surgery and reconstruction -- Making the decision -- Mastectomy: what to expect -- A veteran's story: lumpectomy -- Reconstruction with tissue -- Medical destinations -- Silicone implants -- Saline implants -- Flat or one-breasted -- Uneven results -- Delayed reconstruction -- The nipple: the ultimate challenge -- Revisionists -- Sex and intimacy -- Lymphedema -- Arab culture -- Money and insurance -- Clothing and breast forms -- Doctor selection issues -- Previvors -- Family -- Pregnancy -- Wrapping it up

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