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Gini is 2 X breast, 1 X kidney cancer survivor

10/25/08
Gini
Category:Breast Reconstruction

I need a mastectomy as this is the second go in the same breast. I was wondering about immediate re

I am wondering what immediate reconstruction is about after the tissue is removed, with skin in tack and nipple removed.  I realize you can choose other methods of reconstruction, however, I am interested in knowing if an implant can be placed under the skin during the same...
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