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By Pam Stephan, About.com Guide to Breast Cancer

Breast Reconstruction: Implants are a Popular Option

Sunday May 11, 2008
Implant Expansion
Breast Implant Expansion
Illustration © Pam Stephan
Did you know that about half of all breast reconstruction is done with breast implants? This method requires less surgery than a tissue flap reconstruction (TRAM, SGAP, DIEP flap), and doesn't relocate any skin or muscle. You recover relatively quickly, and with some implants, can have expansion done after you've healed from the surgery (see the figure). Find out if you're a good candidate for breast implant reconstruction, and what the benefits and drawbacks may be.

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