{"product_id":"the-breast-reconstruction-guidebook-by-kathy-steligo","title":"The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"block-670e9d43-5059-4471-adc5-da86d30e4d1f\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoosing the Best Options after Your Mastectomy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than twenty years, The Breast Reconstruction Guidebook has been an essential resource for mastectomy and breast reconstruction. In this revised edition, two-time breast cancer survivor Kathy Steligo provides insight and information patients need to understand mastectomy and postmastectomy options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extensively updated and expanded edition is a comprehensive road map of the entire mastectomy and reconstruction experience. Steligo explains the advantages and disadvantages of postmastectomy options, including staying flat, using prostheses, and undergoing reconstruction with breast implants or a patient’s own tissue. The text also includes new information on numerous related topics, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow mastectomy affects sensation, scarring, and projection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to expect from nipple-sparing mastectomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow reconstruction restores shape, size, and projection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstruction with saline and silicone breast implants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle-sacrificing vs muscle-sparing natural tissue reconstruction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-D nipple tattooing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproving results and fixing problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing the right surgeon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDealing with insurance issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking important decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing before-and-after patient photos, expert commentaries, and patient stories, this informative guide describes the mastectomy and reconstructive journey from research to recovery so readers can make informed decisions about what is best for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFourth and Third Editions available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"block-cce2bca8-da1e-40b1-822d-b0086908d1ff\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Kathy Steligo’s overall message is wonderfully positive and should serve as a north star within the surrounding sea of information. Empower yourself with knowledge and be encouraged,”\u003c\/em\u003e says \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.breastcenter.com\/your-doctors\/dellacroce\/\"\u003eFrank J. DellaCroce MD\u003c\/a\u003e, Founding Partner of the Center for Restorative Breast Surgery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Breast Center Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18218501439553,"sku":"","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1633\/6679\/files\/Guide-fourth.jpg?v=1744124890","url":"https:\/\/shop.breastcenter.com\/products\/the-breast-reconstruction-guidebook-by-kathy-steligo","provider":"Breast Center Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}