"We found it surprising that very few patients were and that information
regarding reconstruction was more likely to be given to younger women who
were more educated,"
Dr. Amy K. Alderman of the University of Michigan
What is prophylactic mastectomy?
Prophylactic mastectomy is surgery to remove one or both
breasts to reduce the risk of developing breast cancer.
According to the National Cancer Institute, prophylactic
mastectomy in high-risk women may be able to reduce the risk
of developing breast cancer by 90%
Prophylactic mastectomy plus reconstruction
Women who decide to have prophylactic mastectomy often
choose to have breast reconstruction surgery, mostly at the
same time as prophylactic mastectomy or at a later time.
Source: www.breastcancer.org
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