Breast reconstruction

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Breast reconstruction

Operation to recreate or reshape a breast to match the other breast. This may be carried out after the removal of a breast due to cancer or for cosmetic reasons.

Speciality General Surgery, Breast Surgery
Urgency elective
Duration 1 to 6 h
Blood Loss 250 to 750 ml
Anaesthesia General Anaesthetic +/- Nerve Block
Nerve Blocks Pectoralis 1+2 blocks
Pain mild-moderate (++)
Post-op Pain Nerve Block up to 10-30 hours
Post-op Pain II Tablets, Suppositories, Injection (im, iv), Ice / cold compresses
Hospital Stay 1 to 3 days
Full Recovery 4 to 6 weeks
More Information National Health Service

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